Crime Safety Grade

B

Santa Rosa, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 68% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 32+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Santa Rosa Safe?

With an overall crime index of 95, Santa Rosa has a 5% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 243. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Bennett Valley earning an A+ grade while Earle St. & South A St. rates C.

Crime Index Comparison

Santa Rosa
95
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
95
5% below average
Violent Crime
103
3% above average
Property Crime
107
7% above average
Safe Areas
94%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Santa Rosa

1 in 243

Property crime: 1 in 234

Where Is It Safe in Santa Rosa?

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Santa Rosa Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 27% above avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 19% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 101 ▲ 1%
Assault Violent 101 ▲ 1%
Robbery Violent 106 ▲ 6%
Burglary Property 81 ▼ 19%
Larceny / Theft Property 127 ▲ 27%
Vehicle Theft Property 112 ▲ 12%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Santa Rosa Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Bennett Valley A+ 17
2 Scenic Brush Creek A+ 29
3 Riebli-Wallace A+ 33
4 Skyhawk A+ 18
5 Oakmont Village A+ 125
6 St. Francis Acres A+ 41
7 Fountaingrove A 37
8 Proctor Terrace A 54
9 Castlerock A 32
10 Alta Vista A 70
11 Hidden Valley A 56
12 Montgomery Village A 125
13 Memorial Hospital Neighborhood A 102
14 Larkfield-Wikiup A 77
15 Historic Railroad Square A 54
16 Northwest Santa Rosa A- 59
17 Middle Rincon A- 106
18 West End A- 71
19 Gordon / Cooper A- 69
20 North Junior College A- 102
21 Santa Rosa Farms A- 115
22 Roseland A- 76
23 Junior College A- 137
24 Burbank Gardens A- 123
25 Wright B+ 101
26 West Junior College B+ 160
27 Cherry Street Historic Neighborhood B 170
28 Juilliard Park B 173
29 Saint Rose B- 196
30 Downtown B- 194
31 South Park C 173
32 Earle St. & South A St. C 160

Santa Rosa Crime by Zip Code

95409
A Index: 105
95405
A Index: 72
95404
A- Index: 84
95403
A- Index: 87
95401
A- Index: 90
95407
B+ Index: 83

Santa Rosa Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
313,875
Median Income
$80,472
Home Value
$570,608
Median Rent
$1,728
Home Ownership
55%

Racial Demographics

White
62.8%
Black
3.5%
Hispanic
31.8%
Asian
6.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Santa Rosa?
Santa Rosa has an overall crime index of 95, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 94% of neighborhoods in Santa Rosa are rated A or B for safety.
Is Santa Rosa safe to live in?
Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa?
The safest neighborhoods in Santa Rosa based on crime data include Bennett Valley, Scenic Brush Creek, Riebli-Wallace, Skyhawk, and Oakmont Village. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Santa Rosa crime compare to the national average?
Santa Rosa's overall crime index is 95 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 5% lower than the typical US city.

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