Crime Safety Grade

B-

Riverside, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 77% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 31+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Riverside Safe?

With an overall crime index of 84, Riverside has a 16% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 253. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like El Sobrante earning an A+ grade while University of California Riverside rates C+.

Crime Index Comparison

Riverside
84
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
84
16% below average
Violent Crime
99
1% below average
Property Crime
98
2% below average
Safe Areas
97%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Riverside

1 in 253

Property crime: 1 in 255

Where Is It Safe in Riverside?

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Riverside Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 19% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 22% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 99 ▼ 1%
Assault Violent 79 ▼ 21%
Robbery Violent 119 ▲ 19%
Burglary Property 78 ▼ 22%
Larceny / Theft Property 104 ▲ 4%
Vehicle Theft Property 111 ▲ 11%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Riverside Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 El Sobrante A+ 20
2 Orangecrest A+ 22
3 Alessandro Heights A+ 15
4 Airport A+ 25
5 Hawarden Hills A 28
6 Woodcrest A 61
7 Mission Grove A 55
8 Arlington South A 55
9 La Sierra South A 53
10 La Sierra Hills A 37
11 Victoria A- 86
12 Arlington Heights A- 85
13 Presidential Park A- 91
14 La Sierra Acres A- 82
15 Highgrove A- 73
16 Arlanza A- 84
17 Canyon Crest B+ 105
18 Wood Streets B+ 127
19 Magnolia Center B+ 90
20 Sycamore Park B+ 118
21 La Sierra B+ 97
22 Arlington B+ 76
23 Northside B+ 87
24 Casa Blanca B+ 133
25 Eastside B+ 112
26 Ramona - Riverside B 112
27 Grand B 141
28 Downtown Riverside B 143
29 Hunter Industrial Park B- 123
30 Sycamore Highlands / Canyon Springs B- 148
31 University of California Riverside C+ 135

Riverside Crime by Zip Code

92508
A Index: 39
92506
A- Index: 77
92503
A- Index: 66
92504
B+ Index: 105
92521
B+ Index: 3
92505
B+ Index: 84
92501
B+ Index: 117
92507
C+ Index: 123

Riverside Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
2,112,240
Median Income
$72,738
Home Value
$388,650
Median Rent
$1,466
Home Ownership
55%

Racial Demographics

White
47.4%
Black
7.9%
Hispanic
51.8%
Asian
9.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Riverside?
Riverside has an overall crime index of 84, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 97% of neighborhoods in Riverside are rated A or B for safety.
Is Riverside safe to live in?
Riverside 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 Riverside?
The safest neighborhoods in Riverside based on crime data include El Sobrante, Airport, Orangecrest, Alessandro Heights, and Hawarden Hills. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Riverside crime compare to the national average?
Riverside's overall crime index is 84 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 16% lower than the typical US city.

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