Elmwood Park, NJ Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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16%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

38%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

28%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Elmwood Park_{/100k people}	New Jersey_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	535	n/a (estimate)	2,467	1,645	2,119
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	2.3	5.0
Rape	6	n/a	27.7	17.3	37.5
Robbery	10	n/a	46.1	49.3	60.6
Assault	32	n/a	147.6	148.8	256.1
Violent crime	48	n/a (estimate)	221	218	359
Burglary	26	n/a	119.9	145.3	229.2
Theft	426	n/a	1,964.8	1,119.4	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	35	n/a	161.4	162.6	258.8
Property crime	487	n/a (estimate)	2,246	1,427	1,760

Elmwood Park crime map

The Elmwood Park crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Elmwood Park 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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An Overview of Crime Rates in Elmwood Park, NJ

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Elmwood Park is 16.4% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 48 violent crimes reported in Elmwood Park, equivalent to 221 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 38.4%. Additionally, Elmwood Park recorded 487 property crimes, amounting to 2246 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 27.6%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Elmwood Park reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Elmwood Park?

AreaVibes surveyed 16 local residents in Elmwood Park to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 63% of people answered that there was very little crime in Elmwood Park and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 38% 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 Elmwood Park a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Elmwood Park, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Elmwood Park presents a total crime rate that is 16% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Elmwood Park experiences an average of 1.47 daily crimes, comprising 0.13 violent incidents and 1.33 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Elmwood Park Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Elmwood Park has increased by 127.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Elmwood Park is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 100%, while property crime has increased by 130.8%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Elmwood Park.

Potential Causes for Crime in Elmwood Park

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Elmwood Park crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Elmwood Park has an unemployment rate of 4.9%, compared to a national average of 4.9%.

Elmwood Park has a population density of 7814.9 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Elmwood Park crime rates.

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 Elmwood Park, the cost of living is 31.76% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

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Crime Quick Facts

Elmwood Park crime rates are 16% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Elmwood Park are 38% lower than the national average
In Elmwood Park you have a 1 in 41 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Elmwood Park is safer than 33% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Elmwood Park has increased by 25%

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Daily Crime In Elmwood Park (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Elmwood Park for every 100,000 residents. The Elmwood Park total amount of daily crime is 1.50 times more than the New Jersey average and 1.16 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Elmwood Park, is 1.02 times more than the New Jersey average, and it is 1.62 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Elmwood Park has a daily crime average that is 1.57 times more than the New Jersey average and 1.28 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Elmwood Park (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Elmwood Park in comparison to other New Jersey communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Elmwood Park safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Elmwood Park being safer than 15% of cities in New Jersey and 33% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking New Jersey cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Elmwood Park. In conclusion, Elmwood Park ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Elmwood Park

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Elmwood Park is 1 in 452

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Elmwood Park is 1 in 45

The chance of being a victim of crime in Elmwood Park is 1 in 41

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Elmwood Park, New Jersey you have a 1 in 452 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 45 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 41 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Elmwood Park.

Year Over Year Crime In Elmwood Park (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Elmwood Park is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Elmwood Park violent crime rates have decreased by 16%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 31% year over year. Total crimes for Elmwood Park has increased by 25% in the same time frame.

Elmwood Park police department

Item	Elmwood Park	New Jersey	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	37	14,540	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.9	5.7	3.3

There are a total of 37 Elmwood Park police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 66.7% less than the New Jersey average and 42% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in New Jersey

State	Total offenders	New Jersey_/100K	National_/100K
New Jersey	4,539	54	266

There are a total of 4,539 sex offenders in New Jersey. This yields a total of 54 sex offenders in New Jersey per 100,000 residents which is 80% 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}
Emerson, NJ	7,909	0	95	95
Allendale, NJ	6,943	0	116	116
Harrington Park, NJ	4,882	0	212	212
Ringwood, NJ	12,642	34	181	215
Oradell, NJ	8,389	48	168	215
Wanaque, NJ	12,174	36	187	223
Old Tappan, NJ	6,114	48	191	239
Elmwood Park, NJ	20,654	221	2,246	2,467

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Sand Springs, OK	20,651	243	2,762	3,005
Lake Zurich, IL	20,664	61	1,211	1,272
Port Angeles, WA	20,631	566	2,483	3,050
Alamo, TX	20,629	897	3,492	4,389
Portsmouth, OH	20,625	715	3,857	4,572
Elmwood Park, NJ	20,654	221	2,246	2,467

Source: The Elmwood Park, NJ crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.