Mount Arlington, NJ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Mount Arlington Safe?
Yes — Mount Arlington is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Mount Arlington has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 424.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 424
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
38% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 91
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
40% lower than national average
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Mount Arlington 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
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
72 | -28% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Mount Arlington, NJ?
Mount Arlington, NJ has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 424 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 91 chance for property crime. Mount Arlington has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Mount Arlington, NJ safe to live in?
Mount Arlington is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Mount Arlington is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Mount Arlington?
The estimated violent crime rate in Mount Arlington is 236.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 38% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 424 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.3 per 100K (53% below average); aggravated assault at 193.2 per 100K (28% below average); robbery at 28.1 per 100K (62% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Mount Arlington?
The estimated property crime rate in Mount Arlington is 1,104.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 40% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 91 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 135.9 per 100K (50% below average); larceny/theft at 786.8 per 100K (44% below average); vehicle theft at 181.7 per 100K (43% below average).
How does Mount Arlington crime compare to the national average?
Mount Arlington's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (28% below average), while rape is 63% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Mount Arlington has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Mount Arlington safe to visit?
Mount Arlington is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 40% below 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 Mount Arlington crime compare to the rest of New Jersey?
New Jersey as a whole has crime that is 25% below the national average. Mount Arlington's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Jersey city.
What type of crime is most common in Mount Arlington?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Mount Arlington, with an estimated rate of 786.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 44% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,104 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (236 per 100K) in Mount Arlington, which is consistent with national trends.