Mead Valley, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 33% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Mead Valley Safe?
Somewhat — crime is near the national average
Safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Some areas are safe, others are not.
Mead Valley has a crime rate that is 1% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 326.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 326
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
19% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 49
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
13% higher than national average
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Mead Valley 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
|
106 | +6% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
167 | +67% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
155 | +55% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
125 | +25% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
91 | -9% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
139 | +39% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Mead Valley Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Mead Valley Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Mead Valley, CA?
Mead Valley, CA has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 1% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 326 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 49 chance for property crime. Mead Valley has lower crime than 33% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Mead Valley, CA safe to live in?
Mead Valley has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Mead Valley is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Mead Valley?
The estimated violent crime rate in Mead Valley is 306.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 19% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 326 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 5.3 per 100K (6% above average); aggravated assault at 125.9 per 100K (53% below average); robbery at 123.3 per 100K (67% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Mead Valley?
The estimated property crime rate in Mead Valley is 2,061.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 13% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 49 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 337.6 per 100K (25% above average); larceny/theft at 1,279.2 per 100K (9% below average); vehicle theft at 444.7 per 100K (39% above average).
How does Mead Valley crime compare to the national average?
Mead Valley's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (67% above average), while assault is 53% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Mead Valley has lower crime than 33% of them.
Is Mead Valley safe to visit?
Visitors to Mead Valley should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 13% 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 Mead Valley crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Mead Valley's crime rate is 1% below the national average, making it roughly comparable to the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Mead Valley?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Mead Valley, with an estimated rate of 1,279.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 9% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,062 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (307 per 100K) in Mead Valley, which is consistent with national trends.