Ione, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 81% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Ione Safe?
Yes — Ione is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Ione has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 700.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 700
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
62% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 33
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
65% higher than national average
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Ione Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
26 | -74% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
100 | 0% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
128 | +28% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
160 | +60% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
135 | +35% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Ione, CA?
Ione, CA has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 700 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 33 chance for property crime. Ione has lower crime than 81% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Ione, CA safe to live in?
Ione is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Ione is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Ione?
The estimated violent crime rate in Ione is 142.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 62% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 700 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.3 per 100K (34% below average); aggravated assault at 70.6 per 100K (74% below average); robbery at 35.2 per 100K (52% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Ione?
The estimated property crime rate in Ione is 3,015.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 65% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 33 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 344.1 per 100K (28% above average); larceny/theft at 2,241.8 per 100K (60% above average); vehicle theft at 429.1 per 100K (35% above average).
How does Ione crime compare to the national average?
Ione's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (60% above average), while assault is 74% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Ione has lower crime than 81% of them.
Is Ione safe to visit?
Ione is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 65% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Ione crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Ione's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Ione?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Ione, with an estimated rate of 2,241.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 60% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (3,015 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (143 per 100K) in Ione, which is consistent with national trends.