Paterson, NJ Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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57%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

173%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

34%

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}	Paterson_{/100k people}	New Jersey_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	5,291	n/a (estimate)	3,330	1,645	2,119
Murder	10	n/a	6.3	2.3	5.0
Rape	59	n/a	37.1	17.3	37.5
Robbery	393	n/a	247.3	49.3	60.6
Assault	1,093	n/a	687.8	148.8	256.1
Violent crime	1,555	n/a (estimate)	979	218	359
Burglary	572	n/a	360.0	145.3	229.2
Theft	2,353	n/a	1,480.8	1,119.4	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	811	n/a	510.4	162.6	258.8
Property crime	3,736	n/a (estimate)	2,351	1,427	1,760

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Paterson crime map

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

Paterson crime rates are 57% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Paterson are 173% higher than the national average
In Paterson you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Paterson is safer than 29% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Paterson has decreased by 1%

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Daily Crime In Paterson (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Paterson on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of New Jersey and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Paterson (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to New Jersey, are 2.02 times more than the state average and 1.57 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Paterson on a daily basis are 4.50 times more than than New Jersey average and 2.73 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Paterson are 1.65 times more than the daily state average and 1.34 times more than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Paterson (higher is better)

Is Paterson safe in comparison to other cities in the state of New Jersey as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Paterson to other cities in the state and across the country, Paterson is 12% safer than other cities of New Jersey and 29% safer than other cities in the nation. Paterson has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Paterson

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Paterson is 1 in 103

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Paterson is 1 in 43

The chance of being a victim of crime in Paterson is 1 in 31

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Paterson? In Paterson, NJ you have a 1 in 103 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 43 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Paterson.

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

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Paterson, NJ is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Paterson has increased by 8%, while the property crime rate in Paterson has decreased by 4% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Paterson has decreased by 1% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Paterson police department

Item	Paterson	New Jersey	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	453	14,540	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.1	5.7	3.3

There are a total of 453 Paterson police officers. This results in 3.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 45.5% less than the New Jersey average and 5.3% 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	7,606	0	95	95
Allendale, NJ	6,757	0	116	116
Harrington Park, NJ	4,735	0	212	212
Ringwood, NJ	12,229	34	181	215
Oradell, NJ	8,126	48	168	215
Wanaque, NJ	11,719	36	187	223
Old Tappan, NJ	5,924	48	191	239
Paterson, NJ	145,484	979	2,351	3,330

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Savannah, GA	145,492	20	0	20
Bridgeport, CT	145,014	393	1,469	1,862
Bellevue, WA	146,145	139	3,339	3,478
Torrance, CA	144,430	311	2,776	3,087
Thornton, CO	144,186	274	2,836	3,109
Paterson, NJ	145,484	979	2,351	3,330

Source: The Paterson, 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.