Crime Safety Grade

A

Palm Desert, CA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 97% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Palm Desert Safe?

With an overall crime index of 173, Palm Desert has a 73% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 203. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like South Palm Desert earning an A grade while Palma Village Groves rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Palm Desert
173
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
173
73% above average
Violent Crime
123
23% above average
Property Crime
136
36% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Palm Desert

1 in 203

Property crime: 1 in 184

Where Is It Safe in Palm Desert?

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Palm Desert Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 89% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 29% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 108 ▲ 8%
Assault Violent 189 ▲ 89%
Robbery Violent 71 ▼ 29%
Burglary Property 151 ▲ 51%
Larceny / Theft Property 137 ▲ 37%
Vehicle Theft Property 119 ▲ 19%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Palm Desert Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 South Palm Desert A 180
2 Pele Place A 192
3 Palma Village Groves B- 147

Palm Desert Crime by Zip Code

92211
A Index: 155
92260
A Index: 169

Palm Desert Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
53,087
Median Income
$64,295
Home Value
$356,989
Median Rent
$1,353
Home Ownership
65%

Racial Demographics

White
79.4%
Black
2%
Hispanic
21.8%
Asian
4.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Palm Desert?
Palm Desert has an overall crime index of 173, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Palm Desert are rated A or B for safety.
Is Palm Desert safe to live in?
Palm Desert 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 Palm Desert?
The safest neighborhoods in Palm Desert based on crime data include South Palm Desert, Pele Place, and Palma Village Groves. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Palm Desert crime compare to the national average?
Palm Desert's overall crime index is 173 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 73% higher than the typical US city.

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