Crime Safety Grade

B

Homestead, FL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 69% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 13+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Homestead Safe?

With an overall crime index of 93, Homestead has a 7% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 248. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Homestead Air Reserve Base earning an A+ grade while Florida City rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Homestead
93
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
93
7% below average
Violent Crime
101
1% above average
Property Crime
110
10% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Homestead

1 in 248

Property crime: 1 in 227

Where Is It Safe in Homestead?

Homestead Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 24% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 21% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 100 ▼ 0%
Assault Violent 79 ▼ 21%
Robbery Violent 124 ▲ 24%
Burglary Property 103 ▲ 3%
Larceny / Theft Property 110 ▲ 10%
Vehicle Theft Property 117 ▲ 17%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Homestead Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Homestead Air Reserve Base A+ 25
2 Leisure City Area A+ 58
3 East Homestead A 58
4 Goulds - West A 55
5 West Homestead A 112
6 South Naranja A 87
7 Homestead Lakes A- 102
8 Naranja A- 78
9 Naranja - Princeton - East A- 96
10 Coastal Wetland A- 125
11 Homestead A- 130
12 Card Sound B+ 140
13 Florida City B- 137

Homestead Crime by Zip Code

Homestead Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
68,937
Median Income
$50,723
Home Value
$234,274
Median Rent
$1,303
Home Ownership
41%

Racial Demographics

White
64.1%
Black
23.8%
Hispanic
65.6%
Asian
1.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Homestead?
Homestead has an overall crime index of 93, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Homestead are rated A or B for safety.
Is Homestead safe to live in?
Homestead 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 Homestead?
The safest neighborhoods in Homestead based on crime data include Homestead Air Reserve Base, Leisure City Area, East Homestead, Goulds - West, and West Homestead. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Homestead crime compare to the national average?
Homestead's overall crime index is 93 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 7% lower than the typical US city.

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