Crime Safety Grade

B-

Palmdale, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 91% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Palmdale Safe?

With an overall crime index of 57, Palmdale has a 43% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 455. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Palmdale Regional Airport earning an A+ grade while Desert View Highlands rates B+.

Crime Index Comparison

Palmdale
57
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
57
43% below average
Violent Crime
55
45% below average
Property Crime
47
53% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Palmdale

1 in 455

Property crime: 1 in 532

Where Is It Safe in Palmdale?

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Palmdale Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 30% below avg
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 75% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 58 ▼ 42%
Assault Violent 38 ▼ 62%
Robbery Violent 70 ▼ 30%
Burglary Property 65 ▼ 35%
Larceny / Theft Property 25 ▼ 75%
Vehicle Theft Property 52 ▼ 48%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Palmdale Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Palmdale Regional Airport A+ 9
2 Rancho Vista A 35
3 Desert View Highlands B+ 128

Palmdale Crime by Zip Code

93599
A+ Index: 9
93552
A- Index: 57
93551
A- Index: 66
93591
B+ Index: 97
93550
B+ Index: 112

Palmdale Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
153,240
Median Income
$65,444
Home Value
$302,816
Median Rent
$1,333
Home Ownership
64%

Racial Demographics

White
44.5%
Black
14.1%
Hispanic
54%
Asian
5.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Palmdale?
Palmdale has an overall crime index of 57, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Palmdale are rated A or B for safety.
Is Palmdale safe to live in?
Palmdale 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 Palmdale?
The safest neighborhoods in Palmdale based on crime data include Palmdale Regional Airport, Rancho Vista, and Desert View Highlands. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Palmdale crime compare to the national average?
Palmdale's overall crime index is 57 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 43% lower than the typical US city.

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