Crime Safety Grade

A-

Potomac, MD Crime Rate

Lower crime than 98% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Potomac Safe?

With an overall crime index of 28, Potomac has a 72% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 446. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Travilah earning an A+ grade while Potomac rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Potomac
28
Maryland Avg
101
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
28
72% below average
Violent Crime
56
44% below average
Property Crime
56
44% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Potomac

1 in 446

Property crime: 1 in 446

Where Is It Safe in Potomac?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Potomac
A 2
Travilah
A+
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Potomac Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 8% above avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 78% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 22 ▼ 78%
Assault Violent 40 ▼ 60%
Robbery Violent 108 ▲ 8%
Burglary Property 61 ▼ 39%
Larceny / Theft Property 50 ▼ 50%
Vehicle Theft Property 57 ▼ 43%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Potomac Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Travilah A+ 22
2 Potomac A 33

Potomac Crime by Zip Code

20854
A Index: 23

Potomac Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
46,256
Median Income
$189,729
Home Value
$906,737
Median Rent
$2,024
Home Ownership
86%

Racial Demographics

White
65.1%
Black
5.9%
Hispanic
6.5%
Asian
23.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Potomac?
Potomac has an overall crime index of 28, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Potomac are rated A or B for safety.
Is Potomac safe to live in?
Potomac 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 Potomac?
The safest neighborhoods in Potomac based on crime data include Travilah, and Potomac. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Potomac crime compare to the national average?
Potomac's overall crime index is 28 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 72% lower than the typical US city.

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