Crime Safety Grade

C+

Merced, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 87% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Merced Safe?

With an overall crime index of 65, Merced has a 35% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 236. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Bellevue Ranch Village earning an B+ grade while Bellevue Ranch Village rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Merced
65
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
65
35% below average
Violent Crime
106
6% above average
Property Crime
87
13% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Merced

1 in 236

Property crime: 1 in 287

Where Is It Safe in Merced?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Bellevue Ranch Village
B+
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Merced Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 34% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 36% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 69 ▼ 31%
Assault Violent 116 ▲ 16%
Robbery Violent 134 ▲ 34%
Burglary Property 64 ▼ 36%
Larceny / Theft Property 89 ▼ 11%
Vehicle Theft Property 107 ▲ 7%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Merced Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Bellevue Ranch Village B+ 65

Merced Crime by Zip Code

95343
A- Index: 29
95340
A- Index: 106
95348
B Index: 103
95341
B- Index: 117

Merced Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
147,690
Median Income
$49,973
Home Value
$249,774
Median Rent
$1,032
Home Ownership
43%

Racial Demographics

White
44%
Black
5.4%
Hispanic
54.2%
Asian
13.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Merced?
Merced has an overall crime index of 65, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Merced are rated A or B for safety.
Is Merced safe to live in?
Merced has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Merced?
The safest neighborhoods in Merced based on crime data include Bellevue Ranch Village. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Merced crime compare to the national average?
Merced's overall crime index is 65 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 35% lower than the typical US city.

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