Crime Safety Grade

C-

Miami, FL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 80% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 93+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Miami Safe?

With an overall crime index of 79, Miami has a 21% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 275. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Metro - Lindgren Acres earning an A+ grade while Golden Glades West rates F+.

Crime Index Comparison

Miami

Florida Avg

103

National Avg

100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index

21% below average

Violent Crime

9% below average

Property Crime

3% below average

Safe Areas

95%

Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Miami

1 in 275

Property crime: 1 in 258

Where Is It Safe in Miami?

Safest Neighborhoods

Metro - Lindgren Acres

Median income: $90,306

A+ 2

Lakes by the Bay

Median income: $89,214

A+ 3

Port of Miami

A+ 4

West Sweetwater

Median income: $91,237

A+ 5

Islands at Doral

Median income: $86,337

A+ 6

Gables Bayfront

Median income: $288,754

A+ 7

Cutler

Median income: $156,596

A+ 8

West Tamiami

Median income: $104,654

A+ 9

Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport

Median income: $115,447

A+ 10

Horse Country

Median income: $64,788

A+

Areas with Higher Crime

F+ 2

C- 3

C 4

C 5

C 6

B- 7

B- 8

B- 9

B- 10

B-

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Miami Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · 7% above avg

Lowest Risk

Burglary · 18% below avg

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Florida
Murder Violent	84	▼ 16%	▼ 12%
Assault Violent	85	▼ 15%	▼ 17%
Robbery Violent	104	▲ 4%	▲ 5%
Burglary Property	82	▼ 18%	▼ 32%
Larceny / Theft Property	107	▲ 7%	▲ 19%
Vehicle Theft Property	100	▼ 0%	▲ 16%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Miami Neighborhoods

#	Neighborhood	Grade	Crime Index	Median Income
1	Cutler	A+	22	$156,596
2	Gables Bayfront	A+	13	$288,754
3	West Sweetwater	A+	11	$91,237
4	Metro - Lindgren Acres	A+	17	$90,306
5	Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport	A+	5	$115,447
6	Lakes by the Bay	A+	31	$89,214
7	Islands at Doral	A+	5	$86,337
8	Port of Miami	A+	3	$0
9	West Tamiami	A+	9	$104,654
10	Horse Country	A+	48	$64,788
11	Westwood Lakes	A+	35	$67,628
12	Bird Drive Basin	A+	30	$83,294
13	Doral Isles	A+	35	$103,587
14	Tamiami	A+	45	$66,406
15	Olympia Heights	A+	47	$60,200
16	East Turnpike	A+	32	$102,359
17	Sunset West	A+	49	$90,357
18	Costa del Sol	A+	30	$116,076
19	Flagler Westside	A+	47	$64,714
20	North Coral Terrace	A+	46	$53,346
21	South Coral Terrace	A+	56	$79,737
22	Hammocks	A+	31	$80,018
23	Kendale Lakes	A+	47	$73,247
24	Sunset East	A+	53	$137,153
25	Catalina Lakes	A+	52	$97,580
26	North Redlands	A+	65	$83,342
27	West Cutler Area	A+	61	$194,187
28	Tamiami - Lindgren Acres	A+	36	$99,112
29	East Kendall	A+	40	$151,754
30	Miami Springs	A+	70	$81,829
31	West Miami	A+	77	$57,701
32	South Gables	A+	53	$134,511
33	Blue Lagoon	A+	58	$47,982
34	Kendall	A+	50	$115,288
35	Doral Park	A+	54	$107,849
36	North Gables	A+	64	$105,886
37	Calusa Area	A+	45	$87,411
38	Sweetwater	A+	83	$45,637
39	Westchester	A+	65	$64,542
40	Fountainbleau	A+	76	$57,907
41	Granada	A+	48	$132,415
42	The Falls	A+	52	$121,193
43	West Quail Roost	A	47	$75,941
44	West Kendall	A	74	$86,670
45	Doral Area	A	73	$84,069
46	Medley	A	41	$45,716
47	West Flagler	A	124	$41,833
48	Cutler Ridge	A	62	$84,131
49	Kendall North	A	75	$69,765
50	Ojus	A	60	$77,627
51	Aventura	A	140	$84,221
52	Douglas Park	A	106	$58,617
53	West South Miami	A	89	$91,135
54	Grapeland	A	131	$36,815
55	Miami International Airport	A	39	$45,300
56	Shenandoah	A	129	$49,945
57	Dadeland	A	102	$70,556
58	Auburdale	A	141	$35,249
59	South Miami City West	A	106	$95,050
60	Perrine	A	74	$117,852
61	Brickell	A	150	$90,388
62	South Miami Heights	A	77	$58,079
63	Saga Bay / East Cutler	A	101	$75,127
64	Biscayne Park	A-	86	$97,937
65	Miami Shores	A-	54	$76,592
66	Coconut Grove	A-	149	$102,824
67	Little Havana	A-	176	$28,769
68	South Golden Glades	A-	64	$65,493
69	Eastern Shores	A-	88	$60,078
70	Goulds - East	A-	73	$57,297
71	El Portal	A-	80	$76,046
72	Richmond	A-	73	$67,726
73	Ives Estate	B+	70	$67,066
74	North Miami Beach	B+	77	$54,059
75	Civic Center	B+	142	$32,889
76	West Little River	B+	121	$47,643
77	Norland	B+	71	$65,267
78	North Miami	B+	94	$57,436
79	East South Miami	B+	118	$67,481
80	Edgewater	B+	165	$83,411
81	Golden Glades	B	99	$50,857
82	North East Little River	B	105	$39,320
83	Westview	B	116	$50,626
84	North Bayfront	B-	154	$60,813
85	Upper East Side	B-	160	$68,448
86	Interama	B-	169	$40,197
87	Wynwood	B-	172	$43,329
88	Downtown	B-	162	$57,274
89	Liberty City	C	142	$33,951
90	Liberty City East	C	137	$36,425
91	Buena Vista	C	155	$32,675
92	Central Downtown	C-	177	$34,145
93	Golden Glades West	F+	185	$33,408

Miami Crime by Zip Code

Miami Demographics & Cost of Living

Population

6,076,320

Median Income

$44,268

Home Value

$343,205

Median Rent

$1,242

Home Ownership

30%

Racial Demographics

White

70.8%

Black

20.5%

Hispanic

66.7%

Asian

2.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Miami?

Miami has an overall crime index of 79, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 95% of neighborhoods in Miami are rated A or B for safety.

Is Miami safe to live in?

Miami has a crime safety grade of C-. High crime rate. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Miami?

The safest neighborhoods in Miami based on crime data include Metro - Lindgren Acres, Lakes by the Bay, Port of Miami, West Sweetwater, and Islands at Doral. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.

How does Miami crime compare to the national average?

Miami'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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