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10%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
40%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
4%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleLivermore/100k peopleCalifornia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime1,786n/a (estimate)2,0972,8432,324
Murder2n/a2.35.76.3
Rape36n/a42.337.440.0
Robbery56n/a65.8123.566.1
Assault96n/a112.7332.8268.2
Violent crime190n/a (estimate)223500370
Burglary182n/a213.7371.9269.8
Theft1,204n/a1,414.01,499.31,401.9
Vehicle theft210n/a246.6471.9282.7
Property crime1,596n/a (estimate)1,8742,3431,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Livermore, CA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Livermore crime rate is 9.8% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Livermore, there were 190 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 223 per 100,000 individuals, 39.7% lower than the national average. Additionally, Livermore recorded 1596 property crimes, amounting to 1874 per 100,000 residents, 4.1% lower than the U.S. average.

In terms of the total Livermore crime rate per 100,000 people, it falls within the midrange when compared to other cities across the United States. Our analysis of total crimes, encompassing both violent and property offenses in Livermore, revealed that the reported crime rates closely align with the nationwide average reported by other areas.

The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Livermore is very similar to the national average. Livermore had a property crime rate of 1874, while the national average was 1954. Based on these numbers, you could expect an average amount of property crime in this area.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Livermore?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Livermore residents. Out of the respondents (23 in total), 61% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Livermore were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 39% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Livermore a Safe Place to Live?

Is Livermore a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Livermore has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 10%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 4.89 daily incidents, encompassing 0.52 violent crimes and 4.37 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Livermore as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Livermore Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Livermore crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Livermore has increased by 5.7% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 15.9% and property crime has increased by 4.6%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Livermore

Livermore has a poverty rate that stands at 4.3, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in Livermore crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Livermore, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 2.1%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Livermore, the cost of living is 71.15% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Livermore crime map



The Livermore crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Livermore as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Livermore crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Livermore crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Livermore crime rates are 10% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Livermore are 40% lower than the national average
      • In Livermore you have a 1 in 48 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Livermore is safer than 44% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Livermore has increased by 13%

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        Daily Crime In Livermore (per 100,000 people)

        The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Livermore, per 100,000 residents. In Livermore, the total number of daily crimes is 1.36 times less than the California average and 1.11 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Livermore are 2.24 times less than the California average and 1.66 times less than the national average. For property crime, Livermore has a daily crime rate that is 1.25 times less than the California average and 1.04 times less than the daily national average.

        How Safe is Livermore (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Livermore to every other city in California, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Livermore safe? The gauges above illustrate that Livermore is safer than 71% of every city located within California along with 44% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in California and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Livermore, CA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Livermore

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Livermore is 1 in 449
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Livermore is 1 in 54
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Livermore is 1 in 48
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Livermore, California you have a 1 in 449 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 54 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 48 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Livermore.

        Year Over Year Crime In Livermore (per 100,000 people)

        Determining whether Livermore is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Livermore violent crime rates have increased by 24%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 12% year over year. Total crimes for Livermore has increased by 13% in the same time frame.

        Livermore police department

        Item Livermore California National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)12851,506558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.53.63.3
        There are a total of 128 Livermore police officers. This results in 1.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 57.2% less than the California average and 52.5% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in California

        State Total offenders California /100K National /100K
        California79,891232266
        There are a total of 79,891 sex offenders in California. This yields a total of 232 sex offenders in California per 100,000 residents which is 13% less than the national average.

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Norris Canyon, CA79070329399
        Sunol, CA83570329399
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        Camino Tassajara, CA5,87095446542
        Danville, CA44,93333678710
        Byron, CA2,057169794964
        San Ramon, CA81,34465925991
        Livermore, CA91,7632231,8742,097

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Deltona, FL91,8473932,3762,769
        Santa Monica, CA91,6008544,5325,386
        Redding, CA92,0257533,5294,282
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        Tracy, CA91,4622971,5161,813
        Livermore, CA91,7632231,8742,097
        Source: The Livermore, CA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.