Nantucket, MA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 84% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Nantucket Safe?
Yes — Nantucket is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Nantucket has a crime rate that is 45% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 612.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 612
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
57% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 85
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
36% lower than national average
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Nantucket 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
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
43 | -57% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
44 | -56% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Nantucket Crime Map
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Nantucket Crime by Zip Code
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Nantucket Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Nantucket, MA?
Nantucket, MA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 45% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 612 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 85 chance for property crime. Nantucket has lower crime than 84% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Nantucket, MA safe to live in?
Nantucket is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Nantucket is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Nantucket?
The estimated violent crime rate in Nantucket is 163.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 57% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 612 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.8 per 100K (43% below average); aggravated assault at 111.5 per 100K (58% below average); robbery at 31.9 per 100K (57% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Nantucket?
The estimated property crime rate in Nantucket is 1,169.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 36% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 85 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 118.1 per 100K (56% below average); larceny/theft at 866.8 per 100K (38% below average); vehicle theft at 184.9 per 100K (42% below average).
How does Nantucket crime compare to the national average?
Nantucket's overall crime rate is 45% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (38% below average), while assault is 58% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Nantucket has lower crime than 84% of them.
Is Nantucket safe to visit?
Nantucket is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 36% 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 Nantucket crime compare to the rest of Massachusetts?
Massachusetts as a whole has crime that is 17% below the national average. Nantucket's crime rate is 45% below the national average, making it safer the typical Massachusetts city.
What type of crime is most common in Nantucket?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Nantucket, with an estimated rate of 866.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 38% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,170 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (163 per 100K) in Nantucket, which is consistent with national trends.