Is Perris Safe?
With an overall crime index of 74, Perris has a 26% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 301. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like South Perris earning an A grade while Perris Business Park rates B+.
Crime Index Comparison
Perris
California Avg
National Avg
100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.
Crime Index
74
26% below average
Violent Crime
83
17% below average
Property Crime
90
10% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B
Your chance of violent crime in Perris
1 in 301
Property crime: 1 in 278
Where Is It Safe in Perris?
Safest Neighborhoods
1
A
2
A
3
A
4
A
5
A-
6
A-
7
A-
8
A-
9
A-
10
B+
South Perris
Median income: $79,552
Perris Valley Commerce Center
Median income: $61,975
North Perris
Median income: $79,620
Lake Mathews
Median income: $89,334
Mead Valley
Median income: $45,235
Good Hope
Median income: $42,350
Central Perris
Median income: $46,131
Meadowbrook
Median income: $53,042
West Perris
Median income: $40,950
Perris Valley Airport
Median income: $48,159
Explore the Interactive Crime Map
See neighborhood-level heatmap
Check Registered Offenders
Search offenders near any address
Perris Crime Breakdown
Highest Risk
Robbery · 17% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 52% below avg
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murder Violent | 82 | ▼ 18% | |
| Assault Violent | 48 | ▼ 52% | |
| Robbery Violent | 117 | ▲ 17% | |
| Burglary Property | 90 | ▼ 10% | |
| Larceny / Theft Property | 77 | ▼ 23% | |
| Vehicle Theft Property | 103 | ▲ 3% |
Violent vs Property Crime
Neighborhood Safety Distribution
All Perris Neighborhoods
| # | Neighborhood | Grade | Crime Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Perris | A | 35 |
| 2 | Perris Valley Commerce Center | A | 42 |
| 3 | North Perris | A | 39 |
| 4 | Lake Mathews | A | 61 |
| 5 | Mead Valley | A- | 82 |
| 6 | Good Hope | A- | 65 |
| 7 | Central Perris | A- | 71 |
| 8 | Meadowbrook | A- | 91 |
| 9 | West Perris | A- | 96 |
| 10 | Perris Valley Airport | B+ | 110 |
| 11 | Downtown Perris | B+ | 94 |
| 12 | Perris Business Park | B+ | 98 |
Perris Crime by Zip Code
Perris Demographics & Cost of Living
Population
77,708
Median Income
$66,926
Home Value
$308,580
Median Rent
$1,453
Home Ownership
65%
Racial Demographics
White
35.8%
Black
11.5%
Hispanic
72.8%
Asian
4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Perris?
Perris has an overall crime index of 74, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Perris are rated A or B for safety.
Is Perris safe to live in?
Perris has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Perris?
The safest neighborhoods in Perris based on crime data include South Perris, Perris Valley Commerce Center, North Perris, Lake Mathews, and Mead Valley. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Perris crime compare to the national average?
Perris's overall crime index is 74 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 26% lower than the typical US city.
Crime Statistics for Nearby Cities
Riverside, CA
Mission Viejo, CA
Murrieta, CA
San Bernardino, CA
Fontana, CA
Moreno Valley, CA
Hemet, CA
Ontario, CA
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Corona, CA
Temecula, CA
Jurupa Valley, CA
Rialto, CA
Menifee, CA
Chino, CA
Lake Forest, CA
Chino Hills, CA
Perris, CA
Redlands, CA
Eastvale, CA
Lake Elsinore, CA
Highland, CA
Yucaipa, CA
Colton, CA
Crime Statistics by State
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming