Paradise, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 90% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Paradise Safe?
Yes — Paradise is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Paradise has a crime rate that is 48% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 455.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 455
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
42% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 90
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
39% lower than national average
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Paradise 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
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
67 | -33% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Paradise Crime Map
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Paradise Crime by Zip Code
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Paradise Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Paradise, CA?
Paradise, CA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 48% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 455 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 90 chance for property crime. Paradise has lower crime than 90% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Paradise, CA safe to live in?
Paradise 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 Paradise is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Paradise?
The estimated violent crime rate in Paradise is 219.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 42% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 455 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.1 per 100K (58% below average); aggravated assault at 175.6 per 100K (35% below average); robbery at 28.9 per 100K (61% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Paradise?
The estimated property crime rate in Paradise is 1,111.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 39% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 90 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 180.9 per 100K (33% below average); larceny/theft at 814.0 per 100K (42% below average); vehicle theft at 116.1 per 100K (64% below average).
How does Paradise crime compare to the national average?
Paradise's overall crime rate is 48% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (33% below average), while vehicle theft is 64% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Paradise has lower crime than 90% of them.
Is Paradise safe to visit?
Paradise is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 39% 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 Paradise crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Paradise's crime rate is 48% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Paradise?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Paradise, with an estimated rate of 814.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 42% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,111 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (220 per 100K) in Paradise, which is consistent with national trends.