Maplewood, NJ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 75% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Maplewood Safe?
Yes — Maplewood is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Maplewood has a crime rate that is 39% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 273.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 273
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
4% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 40
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
35% higher than national average
Want to know the crime risk at your exact address?
Maplewood 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
|
72 | -28% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
94 | -6% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
114 | +14% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
76 | -24% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
132 | +32% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
155 | +55% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Maplewood Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
See the crime score for a specific address
Maplewood Crime by Zip Code
Explore crime data for specific Maplewood zip codes.
Maplewood Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Maplewood, NJ?
Maplewood, NJ has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 39% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 273 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 40 chance for property crime. Maplewood has lower crime than 75% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Maplewood, NJ safe to live in?
Maplewood 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 Maplewood is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Maplewood?
The estimated violent crime rate in Maplewood is 366.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 4% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 273 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.6 per 100K (28% below average); aggravated assault at 252.4 per 100K (6% below average); robbery at 84.5 per 100K (14% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Maplewood?
The estimated property crime rate in Maplewood is 2,479.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 35% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 40 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 133.0 per 100K (51% below average); larceny/theft at 1,853.6 per 100K (32% above average); vehicle theft at 493.0 per 100K (55% above average).
How does Maplewood crime compare to the national average?
Maplewood's overall crime rate is 39% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is vehicle theft (55% above average), while burglary is 51% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Maplewood has lower crime than 75% of them.
Is Maplewood safe to visit?
Maplewood is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 35% 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 Maplewood crime compare to the rest of New Jersey?
New Jersey as a whole has crime that is 25% below the national average. Maplewood's crime rate is 39% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Jersey city.
What type of crime is most common in Maplewood?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Maplewood, with an estimated rate of 1,853.6 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 32% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,480 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (366 per 100K) in Maplewood, which is consistent with national trends.