Crime Safety Grade

A-

Petaluma, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 68% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Petaluma Safe?

With an overall crime index of 95, Petaluma has a 5% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 278. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Western earning an A grade while Waterfront rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Petaluma
95
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
95
5% below average
Violent Crime
90
10% below average
Property Crime
91
9% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Petaluma

1 in 278

Property crime: 1 in 275

Where Is It Safe in Petaluma?

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Petaluma Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 6% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 35% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 99 ▼ 1%
Assault Violent 106 ▲ 6%
Robbery Violent 66 ▼ 34%
Burglary Property 65 ▼ 35%
Larceny / Theft Property 106 ▲ 6%
Vehicle Theft Property 103 ▲ 3%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Petaluma Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Western A 57
2 Oakhill Brewster A 102
3 College A 32
4 Adobe A 56
5 Maker Alley A 57
6 Midtown A- 106
7 Downtown Petaluma A- 165
8 Waterfront B- 182

Petaluma Crime by Zip Code

94952
A Index: 82
94954
A Index: 46

Petaluma Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
66,609
Median Income
$92,762
Home Value
$661,258
Median Rent
$2,027
Home Ownership
64%

Racial Demographics

White
74.5%
Black
2.2%
Hispanic
22.6%
Asian
5.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Petaluma?
Petaluma has an overall crime index of 95, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Petaluma are rated A or B for safety.
Is Petaluma safe to live in?
Petaluma 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 Petaluma?
The safest neighborhoods in Petaluma based on crime data include Western, Oakhill Brewster, College, Adobe, and Maker Alley. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Petaluma crime compare to the national average?
Petaluma's overall crime index is 95 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 5% lower than the typical US city.

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