Crime Safety Grade

B+

Milpitas, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Milpitas Safe?

With an overall crime index of 45, Milpitas has a 55% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 446. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Midtown earning an A grade while Sunnyhills rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Milpitas
45
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
45
55% below average
Violent Crime
56
44% below average
Property Crime
52
48% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Milpitas

1 in 446

Property crime: 1 in 481

Where Is It Safe in Milpitas?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Sunnyhills
A- 2
Midtown
A
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Milpitas Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 24% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 68% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 48 ▼ 52%
Assault Violent 45 ▼ 55%
Robbery Violent 76 ▼ 24%
Burglary Property 32 ▼ 68%
Larceny / Theft Property 69 ▼ 31%
Vehicle Theft Property 56 ▼ 44%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Milpitas Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Midtown A 39
2 Sunnyhills A- 51

Milpitas Crime by Zip Code

95035
A- Index: 42

Milpitas Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
75,182
Median Income
$137,000
Home Value
$925,929
Median Rent
$2,626
Home Ownership
64%

Racial Demographics

White
14.1%
Black
2.8%
Hispanic
16%
Asian
67.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Milpitas?
Milpitas has an overall crime index of 45, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Milpitas are rated A or B for safety.
Is Milpitas safe to live in?
Milpitas has a crime safety grade of B+. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Milpitas?
The safest neighborhoods in Milpitas based on crime data include Midtown, and Sunnyhills. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Milpitas crime compare to the national average?
Milpitas's overall crime index is 45 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 55% lower than the typical US city.

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