Crime Safety Grade

A

Longmont, CO Crime Rate

Lower crime than 77% of U.S. cities

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

Is Longmont Safe?

With an overall crime index of 83, Longmont has a 17% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 309. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Meadow Vale earning an A+ grade while Southeast Longmont rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Longmont
83
Colorado Avg
114
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
83
17% below average
Violent Crime
81
19% below average
Property Crime
85
15% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Longmont

1 in 309

Property crime: 1 in 294

Where Is It Safe in Longmont?

Longmont Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 8% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 26% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 83 ▼ 17%
Assault Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Robbery Violent 86 ▼ 14%
Burglary Property 82 ▼ 18%
Larceny / Theft Property 92 ▼ 8%
Vehicle Theft Property 80 ▼ 20%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Longmont Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Meadow Vale A+ 14
2 North Rim A+ 41
3 North Eastern Plains A+ 58
4 Southwest Longmont A+ 48
5 East Longmont A+ 66
6 South Half of Southeast Longmont A 74
7 North Half of Southwest Longmont A 71
8 Old South Longmont A 126
9 Northwest Longmont A 108
10 New North Longmont A 84
11 Southmoor Park A 94
12 North Longmont A 125
13 Southeast Longmont A- 165

Longmont Crime by Zip Code

Longmont Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
100,146
Median Income
$79,140
Home Value
$396,464
Median Rent
$1,437
Home Ownership
64%

Racial Demographics

White
84.3%
Black
1.2%
Hispanic
21.6%
Asian
3.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Longmont?
Longmont has an overall crime index of 83, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Longmont are rated A or B for safety.
Is Longmont safe to live in?
Longmont has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Longmont?
The safest neighborhoods in Longmont based on crime data include Meadow Vale, North Rim, North Eastern Plains, Southwest Longmont, and East Longmont. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Longmont crime compare to the national average?
Longmont's overall crime index is 83 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 17% lower than the typical US city.

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