Providence, NC Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 79% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Providence Safe?
Yes — Providence is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Providence has a crime rate that is 42% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 458.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 458
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
43% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 129
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
58% lower than national average
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Providence 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
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
35 | -65% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
34 | -66% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Providence Crime Map
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Providence Crime by Zip Code
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Providence Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Providence, NC?
Providence, NC has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 42% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 458 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 129 chance for property crime. Providence has lower crime than 79% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Providence, NC safe to live in?
Providence is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Providence is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Providence?
The estimated violent crime rate in Providence is 218.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 43% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 458 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.7 per 100K (46% below average); aggravated assault at 153.8 per 100K (43% below average); robbery at 40.0 per 100K (46% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Providence?
The estimated property crime rate in Providence is 777.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 58% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 129 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 182.1 per 100K (32% below average); larceny/theft at 488.2 per 100K (65% below average); vehicle theft at 107.6 per 100K (66% below average).
How does Providence crime compare to the national average?
Providence's overall crime rate is 42% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (32% below average), while vehicle theft is 66% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Providence has lower crime than 79% of them.
Is Providence safe to visit?
Providence is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 58% 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 Providence crime compare to the rest of North Carolina?
North Carolina as a whole has crime that is 11% above the national average. Providence's crime rate is 42% below the national average, making it safer the typical North Carolina city.
What type of crime is most common in Providence?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Providence, with an estimated rate of 488.2 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 65% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (778 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (218 per 100K) in Providence, which is consistent with national trends.