Shingle Springs, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Shingle Springs Safe?
Yes — Shingle Springs is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Shingle Springs has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 241.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 241
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
9% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 79
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
31% lower than national average
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Shingle Springs Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
85 | -15% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
171 | +71% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
176 | +76% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
101 | +1% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
73 | -27% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Shingle Springs Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Shingle Springs, CA?
Shingle Springs, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 241 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 79 chance for property crime. Shingle Springs has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Shingle Springs, CA safe to live in?
Shingle Springs is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Shingle Springs is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Shingle Springs?
The estimated violent crime rate in Shingle Springs is 415.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 9% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 241 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.3 per 100K (53% below average); aggravated assault at 227.8 per 100K (15% below average); robbery at 126.6 per 100K (71% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Shingle Springs?
The estimated property crime rate in Shingle Springs is 1,266.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 31% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 79 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 272.7 per 100K (1% above average); larceny/theft at 759.8 per 100K (46% below average); vehicle theft at 233.5 per 100K (27% below average).
How does Shingle Springs crime compare to the national average?
Shingle Springs's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (76% above average), while murder is 53% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Shingle Springs has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Shingle Springs safe to visit?
Shingle Springs is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 31% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Shingle Springs crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. Shingle Springs's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in Shingle Springs?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Shingle Springs, with an estimated rate of 759.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 46% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,266 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (416 per 100K) in Shingle Springs, which is consistent with national trends.