90254 Zip Code, Hermosa Beach

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hermosa Beach

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 130 / 300 High
Violent Crime 101
1% above national avg
Property Crime 105
5% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 90254 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 90254 in Hermosa Beach, CA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hermosa Beach.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 47).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 47 (53% below avg)

90254 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Hermosa Beach city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
140 +40% Moderate
Robbery
85 -15% Average
Rape
47 -53% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
105 +5% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
124 +24% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
87 -13% Average

90254 Crime Map

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90254 Demographics & Context

Population
20,073
Median Income
$131,218
Home Value
$2,036,565
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
9,925/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 47.4%
Graduate Degree 24.1%

Housing

42%
58%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.9%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 8.8%
Asian 7.5%
90254 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 90254, Hermosa Beach?

Zip code 90254 in Hermosa Beach, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 90254 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hermosa Beach.

Is Zip code 90254 a safe neighborhood in Hermosa Beach?

Zip code 90254 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hermosa Beach, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 140), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hermosa Beach.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 90254?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 90254 is Assault, with a crime index of 140 (40% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 90254?

Zip code 90254 has a population of approximately 20,073. The median household income is $131,218. The median home value is $2,036,565. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 90254 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 90254's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Hermosa Beach, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.