Crime Safety Grade

C+

Santa Monica, CA Crime Rate

Higher crime than 88% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Santa Monica Safe?

With an overall crime index of 149, Santa Monica has a 49% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 175. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like North of Montana earning an A grade while Pico rates B-.

Crime Index Comparison

Santa Monica
149
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
149
49% above average
Violent Crime
143
43% above average
Property Crime
142
42% above average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Santa Monica

1 in 175

Property crime: 1 in 176

Where Is It Safe in Santa Monica?

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Santa Monica Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 69% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 19% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 141 ▲ 41%
Assault Violent 169 ▲ 69%
Robbery Violent 119 ▲ 19%
Burglary Property 130 ▲ 30%
Larceny / Theft Property 156 ▲ 56%
Vehicle Theft Property 139 ▲ 39%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Santa Monica Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 North of Montana A 81
2 Northeast A 87
3 Ocean Park A- 165
4 Wilshire / Montana A- 171
5 Sunset Park B+ 129
6 Mid-City B 153
7 Downtown Santa Monica B- 197
8 South Beach B- 198
9 Pico B- 161

Santa Monica Crime by Zip Code

90402
A Index: 92
90403
A Index: 155
90405
A- Index: 146
90401
B+ Index: 186
90404
B+ Index: 153

Santa Monica Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
91,600
Median Income
$98,300
Home Value
$1,446,540
Median Rent
$1,900
Home Ownership
28%

Racial Demographics

White
72%
Black
4.1%
Hispanic
13.5%
Asian
11.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Santa Monica?
Santa Monica has an overall crime index of 149, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Santa Monica are rated A or B for safety.
Is Santa Monica safe to live in?
Santa Monica has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Santa Monica?
The safest neighborhoods in Santa Monica based on crime data include North of Montana, Northeast, Ocean Park, Wilshire / Montana, and Sunset Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Santa Monica crime compare to the national average?
Santa Monica's overall crime index is 149 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 49% higher than the typical US city.

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