Crime Safety Grade

B

San Rafael, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 80% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is San Rafael Safe?

With an overall crime index of 78, San Rafael has a 22% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 298. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Peacock Gap earning an A+ grade while Downtown San Rafael rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

San Rafael
78
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
78
22% below average
Violent Crime
84
16% below average
Property Crime
79
21% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in San Rafael

1 in 298

Property crime: 1 in 316

Where Is It Safe in San Rafael?

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San Rafael Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 4% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 26% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 74 ▼ 26%
Assault Violent 96 ▼ 4%
Robbery Violent 82 ▼ 18%
Burglary Property 74 ▼ 26%
Larceny / Theft Property 85 ▼ 15%
Vehicle Theft Property 78 ▼ 22%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All San Rafael Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Peacock Gap A+ 12
2 Loch Lomond A+ 39
3 Glenwood A+ 25
4 Forbes / Fairhills A 71
5 Dominican / Black Canyon A 51
6 San Rafael Country Club A 63
7 West End A 123
8 San Rafael A- 101
9 Gerstle Park A- 129
10 Downtown San Rafael B- 170

San Rafael Crime by Zip Code

94903
A Index: 80
94901
A- Index: 107

San Rafael Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
59,178
Median Income
$97,009
Home Value
$973,007
Median Rent
$2,037
Home Ownership
49%

Racial Demographics

White
66.9%
Black
1.7%
Hispanic
28.1%
Asian
7.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in San Rafael?
San Rafael has an overall crime index of 78, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in San Rafael are rated A or B for safety.
Is San Rafael safe to live in?
San Rafael 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 Rafael?
The safest neighborhoods in San Rafael based on crime data include Peacock Gap, Loch Lomond, Glenwood, Forbes / Fairhills, and Dominican / Black Canyon. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does San Rafael crime compare to the national average?
San Rafael's overall crime index is 78 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 22% lower than the typical US city.

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