Perris, CA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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23%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

18%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

31%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

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.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Perris_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	2,306	n/a (estimate)	2,855	2,843	2,324
Murder	5	n/a	6.2	5.7	6.3
Rape	6	n/a	7.4	37.4	40.0
Robbery	73	n/a	90.4	123.5	66.1
Assault	160	n/a	198.1	332.8	268.2
Violent crime	244	n/a (estimate)	302	500	370
Burglary	194	n/a	240.1	371.9	269.8
Theft	1,359	n/a	1,682.3	1,499.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	509	n/a	630.1	471.9	282.7
Property crime	2,062	n/a (estimate)	2,552	2,343	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Perris, CA

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Perris is 22.8% higher than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Perris, there were 244 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 302 per 100,000 individuals, 18.3% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 2062 property crimes, amounting to 2552 per 100,000 residents, 30.6% higher than the U.S. average.

The surge in vehicle thefts is a concerning trend across the United States, and Perris is no exception, experiencing one of the nation's highest vehicle theft rates. Last year, Perris reported a total of 509 vehicle thefts, resulting in 630 stolen vehicles per 100,000 people. This places the city in the lowest 10% tier among all cities, indicating that 90% of cities have less stolen vehicles. The probability of a vehicle being stolen stands at 1 in 159, underscoring the need for heightened vigilance and security measures.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Perris?

AreaVibes surveyed 31 local residents in Perris to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 35% of people answered that there was very little crime in Perris 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 Perris a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Perris is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Perris has a total crime rate that is 23% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 6.32 daily crimes (0.67 violent daily crimes and 5.65 daily property crimes) in Perris.

Has Crime in Perris 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 Perris 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 Perris has increased by 5% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 20.3% and property crime has increased by 9.1%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Perris

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Perris crime rate. The poverty level in Perris is 13.4%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In Perris, the current unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, diverging from the national average of 4.7%. The availability of job opportunities is a pivotal factor influencing unemployment and underemployment rates. Communities where individuals contend with limited employment prospects or a preponderance of low-wage positions may witness elevated rates of joblessness and income inadequacy, which can contribute to heightened crime levels driven by financial insecurity. Conversely, areas characterized by robust employment rates often experience a reduction in overall Perris crime rates.

Perris has a population density of 2464.3 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 Perris crime rates.

Perris crime map

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

Perris crime rates are 23% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Perris are 18% lower than the national average
In Perris you have a 1 in 36 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Perris is safer than 29% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Perris has increased by 5%

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Daily Crime In Perris (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Perris, per 100,000 residents. In Perris, the total number of daily crimes is 1.00 times more than the California average and 1.23 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Perris are 1.65 times less than the California average and 1.22 times less than the national average. For property crime, Perris has a daily crime rate that is 1.09 times more than the California average and 1.31 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Perris (higher is better)

Is Perris safe in comparison to other cities in the state of California as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Perris to other cities in the state and across the country, Perris is 50% safer than other cities of California and 29% safer than other cities in the nation. Perris has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Perris

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Perris is 1 in 332

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Perris is 1 in 40

The chance of being a victim of crime in Perris is 1 in 36

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Perris, California? If you reside in Perris, then there is a 1 in 332 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 40. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 36 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Perris.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Perris, California (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Perris has decreased by 21%, the amount of property crime in Perris has increased by 9%, and the total amount of crime in Perris has increased by 5% year over year.

Perris police department

Item	Perris	California	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	n/a	51,506	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	3.6	3.3

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}
Canyon Lake, CA	11,237	116	676	792
March ARB, CA	1,236	166	779	946
Warm Springs, CA	1,445	259	1,212	1,470
Romoland, CA	2,755	259	1,216	1,475
Beaumont, CA	48,272	350	1,234	1,584
Lakeview, CA	2,452	288	1,351	1,639
Menifee, CA	92,968	290	1,372	1,662
Perris, CA	77,708	302	2,552	2,855

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Waldorf, MD	77,711	495	2,033	2,528
Bloomington, IL	77,725	324	1,902	2,227
Lake Charles, LA	77,832	629	3,112	3,742
Jonesboro, AR	77,391	646	3,324	3,970
Boynton Beach, FL	78,060	314	1,897	2,211
Perris, CA	77,708	302	2,552	2,855

Source: The Perris, 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.