Crime Safety Grade

A-

Los Altos, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 98% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Los Altos Safe?

With an overall crime index of 29, Los Altos has a 71% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 424. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Palo Alto Hills earning an A+ grade while Loyola Corners rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Los Altos
29
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
29
71% below average
Violent Crime
59
41% below average
Property Crime
28
72% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Los Altos

1 in 424

Property crime: 1 in 893

Where Is It Safe in Los Altos?

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Los Altos Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 4% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 82% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 25 ▼ 75%
Assault Violent 96 ▼ 4%
Robbery Violent 58 ▼ 42%
Burglary Property 41 ▼ 59%
Larceny / Theft Property 18 ▼ 82%
Vehicle Theft Property 25 ▼ 75%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Los Altos Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Palo Alto Hills A+ 9
2 Woodland Acres A 7
3 South Los Altos A 24
4 Rancho A 47
5 Old Los Altos A 49
6 Country Club A- 36
7 North Los Altos A- 47
8 Loyola Corners A- 10

Los Altos Crime by Zip Code

94024
A Index: 22
94022
A Index: 43

Los Altos Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
30,878
Median Income
$240,094
Home Value
$2,000,000
Median Rent
$3,375
Home Ownership
80%

Racial Demographics

White
58.7%
Black
0.6%
Hispanic
3.4%
Asian
33.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Los Altos?
Los Altos has an overall crime index of 29, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Los Altos are rated A or B for safety.
Is Los Altos safe to live in?
Los Altos 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 Los Altos?
The safest neighborhoods in Los Altos based on crime data include Palo Alto Hills, Woodland Acres, South Los Altos, Rancho, and Old Los Altos. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Los Altos crime compare to the national average?
Los Altos's overall crime index is 29 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 71% lower than the typical US city.

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