Crime Safety Grade

B

Piscataway, NJ Crime Rate

Lower crime than 95% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Piscataway Safe?

With an overall crime index of 42, Piscataway has a 58% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 424. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Busch earning an A+ grade while Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Livingston rates A-.

Crime Index Comparison

Piscataway
42
New Jersey Avg
75
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
42
58% below average
Violent Crime
59
41% below average
Property Crime
81
19% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Piscataway

1 in 424

Property crime: 1 in 309

Where Is It Safe in Piscataway?

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Piscataway Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 1% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 62% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 57 ▼ 43%
Assault Violent 38 ▼ 62%
Robbery Violent 81 ▼ 19%
Burglary Property 58 ▼ 42%
Larceny / Theft Property 86 ▼ 14%
Vehicle Theft Property 101 ▲ 1%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Piscataway Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Busch A+ 16
2 Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Livingston A- 67

Piscataway Crime by Zip Code

08854
B+ Index: 49

Piscataway Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
56,948
Median Income
$106,498
Home Value
$345,531
Median Rent
$1,650
Home Ownership
67%

Racial Demographics

White
29.5%
Black
22.9%
Hispanic
13.8%
Asian
38.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Piscataway?
Piscataway has an overall crime index of 42, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Piscataway are rated A or B for safety.
Is Piscataway safe to live in?
Piscataway 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 Piscataway?
The safest neighborhoods in Piscataway based on crime data include Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Busch, and Rutgers University / New Brunswick / Livingston. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Piscataway crime compare to the national average?
Piscataway's overall crime index is 42 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 58% lower than the typical US city.

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