Provincetown, MA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Provincetown Safe?
Yes — Provincetown is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Provincetown has a crime rate that is 45% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 664.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 664
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
60% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 191
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
71% lower than national average
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Provincetown 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
|
44 | -56% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
0 | -100% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
10 | -90% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
27 | -73% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
16 | -84% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Provincetown Crime Map
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Provincetown Crime by Zip Code
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Provincetown Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Provincetown, MA?
Provincetown, MA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 45% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 664 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 191 chance for property crime. Provincetown has lower crime than 83% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Provincetown, MA safe to live in?
Provincetown is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Provincetown is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Provincetown?
The estimated violent crime rate in Provincetown is 150.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 60% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 664 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.2 per 100K (56% below average); aggravated assault at 145.0 per 100K (46% below average); robbery at 0.0 per 100K (100% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Provincetown?
The estimated property crime rate in Provincetown is 522.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 71% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 191 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 98.9 per 100K (63% below average); larceny/theft at 372.4 per 100K (73% below average); vehicle theft at 51.6 per 100K (84% below average).
How does Provincetown crime compare to the national average?
Provincetown's overall crime rate is 45% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (46% below average), while robbery is 100% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Provincetown has lower crime than 83% of them.
Is Provincetown safe to visit?
Provincetown is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 71% 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 Provincetown crime compare to the rest of Massachusetts?
Massachusetts as a whole has crime that is 17% below the national average. Provincetown's crime rate is 45% below the national average, making it safer the typical Massachusetts city.
What type of crime is most common in Provincetown?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Provincetown, with an estimated rate of 372.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 73% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (523 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (151 per 100K) in Provincetown, which is consistent with national trends.