Crime Safety Grade

B

Ocala, FL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 80% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Ocala Safe?

With an overall crime index of 78, Ocala has a 22% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 338. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Del Webb Stone Creek earning an A+ grade while Silver Springs Shores rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Ocala
78
Florida Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
78
22% below average
Violent Crime
74
26% below average
Property Crime
68
32% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Ocala

1 in 338

Property crime: 1 in 368

Where Is It Safe in Ocala?

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Ocala Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 3% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 61% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 80 ▼ 20%
Assault Violent 103 ▲ 3%
Robbery Violent 39 ▼ 61%
Burglary Property 71 ▼ 29%
Larceny / Theft Property 59 ▼ 41%
Vehicle Theft Property 73 ▼ 27%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Ocala Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Del Webb Stone Creek A+ 28
2 Oak Run A+ 39
3 On Top of the World A+ 40
4 Kingsland Country A+ 28
5 Bellechase A 121
6 Heath Brook A 95
7 Lake Diamond Golf & Country Club A 80
8 Silver Springs Shores A- 96
9 The Fairways B- 175

Ocala Crime by Zip Code

34481
A+ Index: 54
34476
A+ Index: 47
34480
A Index: 81
34479
A Index: 72
34471
A Index: 98
34482
A Index: 85
34472
A Index: 95
34474
A Index: 110
34473
A Index: 87
34470
A- Index: 145
34478
B Index: 168
34475
B Index: 111

Ocala Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
174,618
Median Income
$42,361
Home Value
$147,646
Median Rent
$973
Home Ownership
46%

Racial Demographics

White
72.9%
Black
18.1%
Hispanic
15%
Asian
2.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Ocala?
Ocala has an overall crime index of 78, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Ocala are rated A or B for safety.
Is Ocala safe to live in?
Ocala 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 Ocala?
The safest neighborhoods in Ocala based on crime data include Del Webb Stone Creek, Oak Run, On Top of the World, Kingsland Country, and Bellechase. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Ocala crime compare to the national average?
Ocala's overall crime index is 78 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 22% lower than the typical US city.

Crime Statistics for Nearby Cities

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