Crime Safety Grade

B

San Francisco, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 59% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 34+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is San Francisco Safe?

With an overall crime index of 104, San Francisco has a 4% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 236. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Glen Park earning an A grade while Chinatown rates D.

Crime Index Comparison

San Francisco
104
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
104
4% above average
Violent Crime
106
6% above average
Property Crime
107
7% above average
Safe Areas
82%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in San Francisco

1 in 236

Property crime: 1 in 234

Where Is It Safe in San Francisco?

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San Francisco Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 18% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 16% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 106 ▲ 6%
Assault Violent 109 ▲ 9%
Robbery Violent 102 ▲ 2%
Burglary Property 84 ▼ 16%
Larceny / Theft Property 118 ▲ 18%
Vehicle Theft Property 118 ▲ 18%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All San Francisco Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Glen Park A 59
2 Crocker Amazon A 47
3 West of Twin Peaks A 46
4 Presidio Heights A 67
5 Presidio A 66
6 The Marina A 108
7 Noe Valley A- 93
8 Golden Gate Park A- 80
9 Pacific Heights A- 115
10 Outer Mission A- 58
11 Haight-Ashbury A- 102
12 Bernal Heights A- 83
13 Eureka Valley A- 117
14 Twin Peaks A- 105
15 Sunset District A- 62
16 Excelsior B+ 68
17 Oceanview B+ 73
18 Potrero Hill B+ 111
19 The Richmond District B+ 79
20 Visitacion Valley B+ 74
21 Russian Hill B+ 126
22 Diamond Heights B+ 116
23 Inner Mission B+ 119
24 Lakeshore B 84
25 San Francisco International Airport B 110
26 Bayview B 107
27 Western Addition B- 136
28 South of Market B- 143
29 North Beach C+ 144
30 Nob Hill C+ 142
31 Financial District C 176
32 Treasure Island C- 159
33 Downtown / Civic Center C- 177
34 Chinatown D 174

San Francisco Crime by Zip Code

94123
A Index: 106
94114
A- Index: 112
94129
A- Index: 83
94131
A- Index: 81
94127
A- Index: 52
94117
A- Index: 105
94105
A- Index: 135
94122
A- Index: 70
94116
B+ Index: 46
94115
B+ Index: 125
94110
B+ Index: 101
94107
B+ Index: 121
94118
B+ Index: 76
94112
B+ Index: 64
94158
B+ Index: 105
94121
B+ Index: 81
94133
B Index: 144
94132
B Index: 82
94134
B Index: 70
94128
B Index: 105
94104
B Index: 179
94109
B- Index: 152
94124
B- Index: 107
94111
B- Index: 169
94103
C+ Index: 161
94108
C Index: 167
94102
C Index: 169
94130
C- Index: 159

San Francisco Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
3,557,980
Median Income
$119,136
Home Value
$1,155,760
Median Rent
$2,010
Home Ownership
38%

Racial Demographics

White
40.5%
Black
5.3%
Hispanic
15.6%
Asian
37.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in San Francisco?
San Francisco has an overall crime index of 104, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 82% of neighborhoods in San Francisco are rated A or B for safety.
Is San Francisco safe to live in?
San Francisco 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 San Francisco?
The safest neighborhoods in San Francisco based on crime data include Glen Park, Crocker Amazon, West of Twin Peaks, Presidio Heights, and Presidio. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does San Francisco crime compare to the national average?
San Francisco's overall crime index is 104 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 4% higher than the typical US city.

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