Crime Safety Grade

A-

Sonoma, CA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 63% of U.S. cities

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

Is Sonoma Safe?

With an overall crime index of 100, Sonoma has a 0% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 333. 100% of Sonoma neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Sonoma
100
California Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
100
At national average
Violent Crime
75
25% below average
Property Crime
40
60% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Sonoma

1 in 333

Property crime: 1 in 625

Where Is It Safe in Sonoma?

Sonoma Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Assault · 49% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 88% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 43 ▼ 57%
Assault Violent 149 ▲ 49%
Robbery Violent 32 ▼ 68%
Burglary Property 87 ▼ 13%
Larceny / Theft Property 22 ▼ 78%
Vehicle Theft Property 12 ▼ 88%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Sonoma Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Diamond A Ranch Estates A 100

Sonoma Crime by Zip Code

Sonoma Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
11,082
Median Income
$85,509
Home Value
$809,052
Median Rent
$1,904
Home Ownership
60%

Racial Demographics

White
72.7%
Black
0.8%
Hispanic
31.1%
Asian
2.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Sonoma?
Sonoma has an overall crime index of 100, which is at the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Sonoma are rated A or B for safety.
Is Sonoma safe to live in?
Sonoma has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Sonoma?
The safest neighborhoods in Sonoma based on crime data include Diamond A Ranch Estates. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Sonoma crime compare to the national average?
Sonoma's overall crime index is 100 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 0% lower than the typical US city.

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