Crime Safety Grade

B+

Greer, SC Crime Rate

Higher crime than 96% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Greer Safe?

With an overall crime index of 169, Greer has a 69% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 151. 0% of Greer neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 100% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Greer
169
South Carolina Avg
116
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
169
69% above average
Violent Crime
166
66% above average
Property Crime
167
67% above average
Safe Areas
0%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Greer

1 in 151

Property crime: 1 in 150

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Greer Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 76% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 57% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 165 ▲ 65%
Assault Violent 170 ▲ 70%
Robbery Violent 162 ▲ 62%
Burglary Property 157 ▲ 57%
Larceny / Theft Property 169 ▲ 69%
Vehicle Theft Property 176 ▲ 76%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Greer Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Dillworth Park D+ 169

Greer Crime by Zip Code

29650
A Index: 75
29651
A Index: 92

Greer Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
32,229
Median Income
$65,516
Home Value
$186,040
Median Rent
$945
Home Ownership
67%

Racial Demographics

White
77.6%
Black
11.2%
Hispanic
10%
Asian
3.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Greer?
Greer has an overall crime index of 169, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 0% of neighborhoods in Greer are rated A or B for safety.
Is Greer safe to live in?
Greer has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Greer?
The safest neighborhoods in Greer based on crime data include Dillworth Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Greer crime compare to the national average?
Greer's overall crime index is 169 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 69% higher than the typical US city.

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