Crime Safety Grade

A

Ocean City, NJ Crime Rate

Higher crime than 79% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 11+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Ocean City Safe?

With an overall crime index of 136, Ocean City has a 36% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 248. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like OC Homes earning an A+ grade while Bay Area rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Ocean City
136
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
136
36% above average
Violent Crime
101
1% above average
Property Crime
92
8% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Ocean City

1 in 248

Property crime: 1 in 272

Where Is It Safe in Ocean City?

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Ocean City Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 50% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 45% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 98 ▼ 2%
Assault Violent 150 ▲ 50%
Robbery Violent 55 ▼ 45%
Burglary Property 97 ▼ 3%
Larceny / Theft Property 99 ▼ 1%
Vehicle Theft Property 80 ▼ 20%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Ocean City Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 OC Homes A+ 152
2 Bay Landings A+ 100
3 Merion Park A+ 30
4 Riviera A+ 129
5 Gardens A+ 98
6 South End A+ 171
7 18th - 34th A 195
8 Gold Coast A 196
9 North End A 129
10 Central A- 160
11 Bay Area A- 138

Ocean City Crime by Zip Code

08226
A Index: 143

Ocean City Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
11,065
Median Income
$87,060
Home Value
$571,575
Median Rent
$1,291
Home Ownership
71%

Racial Demographics

White
88.4%
Black
4.1%
Hispanic
7.6%
Asian
1.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Ocean City?
Ocean City has an overall crime index of 136, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Ocean City are rated A or B for safety.
Is Ocean City safe to live in?
Ocean City has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Ocean City?
The safest neighborhoods in Ocean City based on crime data include OC Homes, Bay Landings, Merion Park, Riviera, and Gardens. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Ocean City crime compare to the national average?
Ocean City's overall crime index is 136 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 36% higher than the typical US city.

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