Crime Safety Grade

A

Grass Valley, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 94% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Grass Valley Safe?

With an overall crime index of 48, Grass Valley has a 52% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 379. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Alta Sierra Estates earning an A+ grade while Alta Sierra Estates rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Grass Valley
48
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
48
52% below average
Violent Crime
66
34% below average
Property Crime
79
21% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Grass Valley

1 in 379

Property crime: 1 in 316

Where Is It Safe in Grass Valley?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Alta Sierra Estates
A+
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Grass Valley Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 1% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 48% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 64 ▼ 36%
Assault Violent 56 ▼ 44%
Robbery Violent 79 ▼ 21%
Burglary Property 52 ▼ 48%
Larceny / Theft Property 99 ▼ 1%
Vehicle Theft Property 87 ▼ 13%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Grass Valley Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Alta Sierra Estates A+ 48

Grass Valley Crime by Zip Code

95949
A+ Index: 70
95945
A Index: 124

Grass Valley Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
12,817
Median Income
$42,477
Home Value
$334,523
Median Rent
$1,046
Home Ownership
39%

Racial Demographics

White
88.5%
Black
0.6%
Hispanic
8.5%
Asian
1.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Grass Valley?
Grass Valley has an overall crime index of 48, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Grass Valley are rated A or B for safety.
Is Grass Valley safe to live in?
Grass Valley has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Grass Valley?
The safest neighborhoods in Grass Valley based on crime data include Alta Sierra Estates. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Grass Valley crime compare to the national average?
Grass Valley's overall crime index is 48 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 52% lower than the typical US city.

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