Somers, NY Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Somers Safe?
Yes — Somers is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Somers has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 328.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 328
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
20% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 81
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
32% lower than national average
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Somers 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
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
103 | +3% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
29 | -71% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
19 | -81% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Somers Crime Map
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Somers Crime by Zip Code
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Somers Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Somers, NY?
Somers, NY has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 328 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 81 chance for property crime. Somers has lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Somers, NY safe to live in?
Somers 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 Somers is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Somers?
The estimated violent crime rate in Somers is 304.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 20% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 328 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 1.8 per 100K (64% below average); aggravated assault at 275.2 per 100K (3% above average); robbery at 21.4 per 100K (71% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Somers?
The estimated property crime rate in Somers is 1,238.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 32% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 81 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 154.1 per 100K (43% below average); larceny/theft at 963.0 per 100K (31% below average); vehicle theft at 121.4 per 100K (62% below average).
How does Somers crime compare to the national average?
Somers's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (3% above average), while rape is 81% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Somers has lower crime than 96% of them.
Is Somers safe to visit?
Somers is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 32% 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 Somers crime compare to the rest of New York?
New York as a whole has crime that is 1% above the national average. Somers's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical New York city.
What type of crime is most common in Somers?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Somers, with an estimated rate of 963.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 31% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,239 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (305 per 100K) in Somers, which is consistent with national trends.