Crime Safety Grade

A-

Huntington, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 89% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Huntington Safe?

With an overall crime index of 60, Huntington has a 40% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 352. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Halesite earning an A+ grade while Huntington rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Huntington
60
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
60
40% below average
Violent Crime
71
29% below average
Property Crime
60
40% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Huntington

1 in 352

Property crime: 1 in 417

Where Is It Safe in Huntington?

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Huntington Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 20% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 70% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 64 ▼ 36%
Assault Violent 80 ▼ 20%
Robbery Violent 70 ▼ 30%
Burglary Property 30 ▼ 70%
Larceny / Theft Property 76 ▼ 24%
Vehicle Theft Property 73 ▼ 27%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Huntington Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Halesite A+ 88
2 Elwood A+ 25
3 West Hills A+ 50
4 Huntington A 75

Huntington Crime by Zip Code

11743
A Index: 62

Huntington Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
201,205
Median Income
$131,519
Home Value
$577,131
Median Rent
$1,902
Home Ownership
87%

Racial Demographics

White
81.4%
Black
7.6%
Hispanic
10.3%
Asian
4.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Huntington?
Huntington has an overall crime index of 60, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Huntington are rated A or B for safety.
Is Huntington safe to live in?
Huntington has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Huntington?
The safest neighborhoods in Huntington based on crime data include Halesite, Elwood, West Hills, and Huntington. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Huntington crime compare to the national average?
Huntington's overall crime index is 60 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 40% lower than the typical US city.

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