Yuba City, CA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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6%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

21%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

4%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Yuba City_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,662	n/a (estimate)	2,424	2,834	2,281
Murder	1	n/a	1.5	5.0	5.7
Rape	35	n/a	51.1	36.4	38.0
Robbery	73	n/a	106.5	128.3	66.5
Assault	192	n/a	280.1	338.6	264.1
Violent crime	301	n/a (estimate)	439	508	364
Burglary	173	n/a	252.4	347.4	250.7
Theft	943	n/a	1,375.6	1,466.0	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	245	n/a	357.4	512.2	318.7
Property crime	1,361	n/a (estimate)	1,985	2,326	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Yuba City, CA

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Yuba City crime rate is higher than the national average by 21.1%. Specifically, there were 380 violent crimes in Yuba City, equivalent to 550 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 48.7%. Furthermore, Yuba City recorded 1565 property crimes, amounting to 2264 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 15.9%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Yuba City?

AreaVibes surveyed 40 local residents in Yuba City to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 35% of people answered that there was very little crime in Yuba City and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 65% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Yuba City a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Yuba City a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Yuba City crime rate is 21% higher than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 5.33 crimes per day - 1.04 violent crimes and 4.29 property crimes.

Has Crime in Yuba City 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 Yuba City 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 Yuba City has decreased by 7% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 57% and property crime has decreased by 15.4%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Yuba City

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Yuba City currently has an unemployment rate of 4.4%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

In Yuba City, 76.5% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

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 Yuba City, the cost of living is 9.64% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Yuba City crime map

The Yuba City crime map by CrimoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Yuba City 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 Yuba City crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Yuba City 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

Yuba City crime rates are 6% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Yuba City are 21% higher than the national average
In Yuba City you have a 1 in 42 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Yuba City is safer than 15% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Yuba City has decreased by 14%

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Daily Crime In Yuba City (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Yuba City, per 100,000 residents. In Yuba City, the total number of daily crimes is 1.17 times less than the California average and 1.06 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Yuba City are 1.16 times less than the California average and 1.21 times more than the national average. For property crime, Yuba City has a daily crime rate that is 1.17 times less than the California average and 1.04 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Yuba City (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Yuba City, California compared to other areas of California, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Yuba City safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Yuba City is safer than 23% of California cities, and 15% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in California, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Yuba City. At this time, Yuba City sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Yuba City

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Yuba City is 1 in 228

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Yuba City is 1 in 51

The chance of being a victim of crime in Yuba City is 1 in 42

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Yuba City? In Yuba City, you have a 1 in 228 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 51. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Yuba City, CA is 1 in 42.

Year Over Year Crime In Yuba City (per 100,000 people)

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Yuba City is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Yuba City has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 20% in Yuba City, while property crimes in Yuba City have decreased by 12%. Total crime has decreased by 14% year over year.

Yuba City police department

Item	Yuba City	California	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	86	51,506	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.3	3.6	3.3

There are a total of 86 Yuba City police officers. This results in 1.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 63.7% less than the California average and 59.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in California

State	Total offenders	California_/100K	National_/100K
California	79,891	232	266

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.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Wheatland, CA	3,631	26	601	627
Loma Rica, CA	2,909	209	957	1,166
Sutter, CA	2,789	228	1,043	1,271
Trowbridge, CA	196	443	2,027	2,470
Rio Oso, CA	414	445	2,037	2,482
Plumas Lake, CA	7,687	464	2,123	2,587
Marysville, CA	12,467	681	2,035	2,716
Yuba City, CA	66,660	439	1,985	2,424

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Redondo Beach, CA	66,663	310	2,458	2,768
Portland, ME	66,706	228	1,711	1,939
West Des Moines, IA	66,724	173	2,196	2,369
Oshkosh, WI	66,753	255	1,634	1,889
Alpharetta, GA	66,566	280	1,327	1,607
Yuba City, CA	66,660	439	1,985	2,424

Source: The Yuba City, CA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. 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.