Riverdale, NJ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 77% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Riverdale Safe?
Yes — Riverdale is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Riverdale has a crime rate that is 40% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 334.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 334
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
21% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 61
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
10% lower than national average
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Riverdale 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
|
70 | -30% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
77 | -23% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
89 | -11% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
67 | -33% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
81 | -19% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
83 | -17% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
86 | -14% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Riverdale Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Riverdale, NJ?
Riverdale, NJ has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 40% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 334 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 61 chance for property crime. Riverdale has lower crime than 77% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Riverdale, NJ safe to live in?
Riverdale 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 Riverdale is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Riverdale?
The estimated violent crime rate in Riverdale is 299.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 21% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 334 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.5 per 100K (30% below average); aggravated assault at 207.4 per 100K (23% below average); robbery at 65.8 per 100K (11% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Riverdale?
The estimated property crime rate in Riverdale is 1,650.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 10% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 61 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 218.1 per 100K (19% below average); larceny/theft at 1,157.7 per 100K (17% below average); vehicle theft at 274.5 per 100K (14% below average).
How does Riverdale crime compare to the national average?
Riverdale's overall crime rate is 40% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (11% below average), while rape is 33% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Riverdale has lower crime than 77% of them.
Is Riverdale safe to visit?
Riverdale is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 10% 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 Riverdale crime compare to the rest of New Jersey?
New Jersey as a whole has crime that is 25% below the national average. Riverdale's crime rate is 40% below the national average, making it safer the typical New Jersey city.
What type of crime is most common in Riverdale?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Riverdale, with an estimated rate of 1,157.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 17% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,650 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (299 per 100K) in Riverdale, which is consistent with national trends.