Crime Safety Grade

San Mateo, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 87% of U.S. cities

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

Is San Mateo Safe?

With an overall crime index of 66, San Mateo has a 34% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 338. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Dolphin Bay earning an A+ grade while Vintage Park rates D+.

Crime Index Comparison

San Mateo

California Avg

109

National Avg

100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index

34% below average

Violent Crime

26% below average

Property Crime

32% below average

Safe Areas

94%

Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in San Mateo

1 in 338

Property crime: 1 in 368

Where Is It Safe in San Mateo?

Safest Neighborhoods

Dolphin Bay

Median income: $159,005

A+ 2

Sea Colony

Median income: $170,934

A+ 3

The Islands

Median income: $155,959

A+ 4

Harbor Side

Median income: $170,521

A+ 5

Baywood Park

Median income: $214,081

A+ 6

San Mateo Highlands

Median income: $177,032

A 7

San Mateo Park

Median income: $176,491

A 8

Aragon

Median income: $178,243

A 9

Parkside

Median income: $139,959

A 10

Bay Vista

Median income: $140,260

Areas with Higher Crime

D+ 2

C 3

B- 4

B- 5

B+ 6

B+ 7

B+ 8

B+ 9

Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park

B+ 10

Mariner's Isle

B+

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San Mateo Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk

Assault · 19% below avg

Lowest Risk

Burglary · 51% below avg

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs California
Murder Violent	70	▼ 30%	▼ 28%
Assault Violent	81	▼ 19%	▼ 30%
Robbery Violent	71	▼ 29%	▼ 36%
Burglary Property	49	▼ 51%	▼ 58%
Larceny / Theft Property	80	▼ 20%	▲ 11%
Vehicle Theft Property	74	▼ 26%	▼ 6%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All San Mateo Neighborhoods

#	Neighborhood	Grade	Crime Index	Median Income
1	Dolphin Bay	A+	18	$159,005
2	Harbor Side	A+	19	$170,521
3	Baywood Park	A+	10	$214,081
4	Sea Colony	A+	24	$170,934
5	The Islands	A+	18	$155,959
6	San Mateo Highlands	A	33	$177,032
7	San Mateo Park	A	32	$176,491
8	Aragon	A	31	$178,243
9	Parkside	A	21	$139,959
10	Bay Vista	A	22	$140,260
11	San Mateo Knolls	A	38	$142,899
12	Carmel Village	A	33	$154,424
13	North Shoreview	A	26	$103,709
14	San Mateo Terrace	A	27	$167,638
15	Homestead	A	31	$153,612
16	San Mateo Woods	A	42	$163,949
17	Treasure Isle	A-	45	$151,508
18	Isle Cove	A-	56	$163,977
19	Laurelwood & Sugarloaf	A-	81	$180,053
20	San Mateo Village	A-	68	$110,747
21	Westwood Knolls	A-	82	$129,914
22	Baywood	A-	109	$153,968
23	South Shoreview	A-	62	$108,735
24	Beresford Manor	B+	108	$85,352
25	Mariner's Isle	B+	111	$154,653
26	Sunnybrae / 19th Ave. Park	B+	79	$102,079
27	Hayward Park	B+	120	$89,669
28	Lakeshore	B+	75	$118,670
29	Marina Point	B+	104	$135,653
30	North Central	B+	114	$79,427
31	Downtown San Mateo	B-	131	$78,143
32	Fiesta Gardens	B-	127	$131,290
33	Metro Center	C	157	$125,584
34	Vintage Park	D+	175	$133,365

San Mateo Crime by Zip Code

San Mateo Demographics & Cost of Living

Population

103,619

Median Income

$126,102

Home Value

$1,185,750

Median Rent

$2,658

Home Ownership

53%

Racial Demographics

White

44.4%

Black

1.9%

Hispanic

21.3%

Asian

33.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in San Mateo?

San Mateo has an overall crime index of 66, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 94% of neighborhoods in San Mateo are rated A or B for safety.

Is San Mateo safe to live in?

San Mateo 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 Mateo?

The safest neighborhoods in San Mateo based on crime data include Dolphin Bay, Sea Colony, The Islands, Harbor Side, and Baywood Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.

How does San Mateo crime compare to the national average?

San Mateo's overall crime index is 66 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 34% lower than the typical US city.

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