Crime Safety Grade

C+

Mountain View, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 50% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 23+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Mountain View Safe?

With an overall crime index of 111, Mountain View has a 11% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 219. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Central Los Altos earning an A grade while Martens-Carmelita rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Mountain View
111
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
111
11% above average
Violent Crime
114
14% above average
Property Crime
110
10% above average
Safe Areas
83%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Mountain View

1 in 219

Property crime: 1 in 227

Where Is It Safe in Mountain View?

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Mountain View Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 30% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 2% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 113 ▲ 13%
Assault Violent 130 ▲ 30%
Robbery Violent 98 ▼ 2%
Burglary Property 100 ▼ 0%
Larceny / Theft Property 127 ▲ 27%
Vehicle Theft Property 104 ▲ 4%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Mountain View Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Central Los Altos A 16
2 Blossom Valley A 19
3 Waverly Park A 35
4 Cuesta Park A- 76
5 North Bayshore A- 105
6 Rex Manor B+ 76
7 The Crossings B+ 117
8 Gemello B+ 98
9 Whisman Station B 64
10 Monta Loma B 135
11 St. Francis Acres B 117
12 Old Mountain View B 144
13 Stierlin Estates B 132
14 Slater B- 121
15 Jackson Park B- 145
16 Shoreline West B- 146
17 Castro City B- 121
18 Sylvan Park B- 136
19 Cuernavaca B- 118
20 North Whisman C+ 141
21 Willowgate C+ 149
22 Martens-Carmelita C+ 160
23 Mountain View Gardens C- 189

Mountain View Crime by Zip Code

94035
A+ Index: 13
94041
B+ Index: 141
94040
B+ Index: 110
94043
B Index: 130

Mountain View Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
80,104
Median Income
$144,116
Home Value
$1,531,050
Median Rent
$2,490
Home Ownership
41%

Racial Demographics

White
44.3%
Black
2.6%
Hispanic
20.5%
Asian
33.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Mountain View?
Mountain View has an overall crime index of 111, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 83% of neighborhoods in Mountain View are rated A or B for safety.
Is Mountain View safe to live in?
Mountain View 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 Mountain View?
The safest neighborhoods in Mountain View based on crime data include Central Los Altos, Blossom Valley, Waverly Park, Cuesta Park, and North Bayshore. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Mountain View crime compare to the national average?
Mountain View's overall crime index is 111 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 11% higher than the typical US city.

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