Crime Safety Grade

A-

Medford, NY Crime Rate

Lower crime than 80% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Medford Safe?

With an overall crime index of 79, Medford has a 21% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 281. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Medford earning an A grade while Medford rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Medford
79
New York Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
79
21% below average
Violent Crime
89
11% below average
Property Crime
82
18% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Medford

1 in 281

Property crime: 1 in 305

Where Is It Safe in Medford?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Medford
A
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Medford Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 5% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 43% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 91 ▼ 9%
Assault Violent 71 ▼ 29%
Robbery Violent 105 ▲ 5%
Burglary Property 57 ▼ 43%
Larceny / Theft Property 93 ▼ 7%
Vehicle Theft Property 95 ▼ 5%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Medford Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Medford A 79

Medford Crime by Zip Code

11763
A- Index: 96

Medford Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
24,613
Median Income
$99,673
Home Value
$333,928
Median Rent
$2,093
Home Ownership
89%

Racial Demographics

White
70.9%
Black
13.2%
Hispanic
24.1%
Asian
3.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Medford?
Medford has an overall crime index of 79, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Medford are rated A or B for safety.
Is Medford safe to live in?
Medford 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 Medford?
The safest neighborhoods in Medford based on crime data include Medford. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Medford crime compare to the national average?
Medford's overall crime index is 79 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 21% lower than the typical US city.

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