Yarmouth Port, MA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Yarmouth Port Safe?
Yes — Yarmouth Port is extremely safe
One of the safest cities in the country, with crime rates significantly below the national average.
Yarmouth Port has a crime rate that is 54% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 418.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 418
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
37% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 94
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
42% lower than national average
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Yarmouth Port 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
|
31 | -69% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
75 | -25% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
27 | -73% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
79 | -21% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
31 | -69% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Yarmouth Port, MA?
Yarmouth Port, MA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 54% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 418 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 94 chance for property crime. Yarmouth Port has lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Yarmouth Port, MA safe to live in?
Yarmouth Port 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 Yarmouth Port is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Yarmouth Port?
The estimated violent crime rate in Yarmouth Port is 239.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 37% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 418 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 1.5 per 100K (69% below average); aggravated assault at 200.0 per 100K (25% below average); robbery at 20.3 per 100K (73% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Yarmouth Port?
The estimated property crime rate in Yarmouth Port is 1,060.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 42% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 94 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 211.8 per 100K (21% below average); larceny/theft at 748.4 per 100K (47% below average); vehicle theft at 100.1 per 100K (69% below average).
How does Yarmouth Port crime compare to the national average?
Yarmouth Port's overall crime rate is 54% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (21% below average), while robbery is 73% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Yarmouth Port has lower crime than 99% of them.
Is Yarmouth Port safe to visit?
Yarmouth Port is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 42% 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 Yarmouth Port crime compare to the rest of Massachusetts?
Massachusetts as a whole has crime that is 17% below the national average. Yarmouth Port's crime rate is 54% below the national average, making it safer the typical Massachusetts city.
What type of crime is most common in Yarmouth Port?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Yarmouth Port, with an estimated rate of 748.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 47% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,060 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (240 per 100K) in Yarmouth Port, which is consistent with national trends.