| Statistic | Reportedincidents | /100k people | Rialto/100k people | California/100k people | National/100k people |
| Total crime | 3,133 | n/a (estimate) | 3,037 | 2,564 | 2,119 |
| Murder | 2 | n/a | 1.9 | 4.5 | 5.0 |
| Rape | 45 | n/a | 43.6 | 36.6 | 37.5 |
| Robbery | 128 | n/a | 124.1 | 119.1 | 60.6 |
| Assault | 487 | n/a | 472.1 | 325.8 | 256.1 |
| Violent crime | 662 | n/a (estimate) | 642 | 486 | 359 |
| Burglary | 314 | n/a | 304.4 | 305.8 | 229.2 |
| Theft | 1,747 | n/a | 1,693.4 | 1,345.2 | 1,272.1 |
| Vehicle theft | 410 | n/a | 397.4 | 427.5 | 258.8 |
| Property crime | 2,471 | n/a (estimate) | 2,395 | 2,078 | 1,760 |
The Rialto crime rates are 43.3% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 662 violent crimes in Rialto (642 per 100,000 people), which is 78.7% higher than the national average and there were a total of 2471 property crimes (2395 per 100,000 residents) which is 36.1% higher than average.
AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Rialto. Based on the results of the surveys (47 responses), 62% of people felt that there was very little crime in Rialto and felt safe walking alone at night. While 38% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.
To get a feel for the safety of living in Rialto, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Rialto presents a total crime rate that is 43% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Rialto experiences an average of 8.58 daily crimes, comprising 1.81 violent incidents and 6.77 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.
In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Rialto has increased by 3.6%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Rialto, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 32.4%, while property crime has increased by 2.1%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Rialto is a safe place to live.
In Rialto, the current unemployment rate stands at 7.3%, diverging from the national average of 4.9%. 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 Rialto crime rates.
Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Rialto crime rates. Rialto registers a population density of 4771.2 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.
In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Rialto has a median home price of $580,418, deviating from the national average of $326,622. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.
| Item | Rialto | California | National |
| Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians) | 142 | 51,506 | 558,732 |
| Police officers & civilians /1000 residents | 1.4 | 3.6 | 3.3 |
| State | Total offenders | California /100K | National /100K |
| California | 79,891 | 232 | 266 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Fontana, CA | 220,412 | 270 | 1,216 | 1,487 |
| Eastvale, CA | 67,681 | 93 | 1,729 | 1,823 |
| Highland, CA | 56,606 | 535 | 1,323 | 1,857 |
| Loma Linda, CA | 25,144 | 341 | 1,537 | 1,878 |
| Moreno Valley, CA | 215,612 | 272 | 1,666 | 1,938 |
| Grand Terrace, CA | 12,885 | 264 | 1,725 | 1,989 |
| Highgrove, CA | 6,406 | 385 | 1,648 | 2,033 |
| Rialto, CA | 106,524 | 642 | 2,395 | 3,037 |
| City | Population | Violent crime/100k people | Property crime/100k people | Total crime/100k people |
| Burbank, CA | 106,568 | 391 | 3,072 | 3,462 |
| San Mateo, CA | 106,097 | 243 | 1,883 | 2,127 |
| Las Cruces, NM | 106,024 | 720 | 4,873 | 5,593 |
| Green Bay, WI | 107,144 | 495 | 1,312 | 1,807 |
| Allen, TX | 107,542 | 106 | 878 | 985 |
| Rialto, CA | 106,524 | 642 | 2,395 | 3,037 |
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