Rialto, CA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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46%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

53%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

45%

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}	Rialto_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	3,438	n/a (estimate)	3,330	2,834	2,281
Murder	2	n/a	1.9	5.0	5.7
Rape	53	n/a	51.3	36.4	38.0
Robbery	147	n/a	142.4	128.3	66.5
Assault	373	n/a	361.2	338.6	264.1
Violent crime	575	n/a (estimate)	557	508	364
Burglary	370	n/a	358.3	347.4	250.7
Theft	2,025	n/a	1,961.1	1,466.0	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	468	n/a	453.2	512.2	318.7
Property crime	2,863	n/a (estimate)	2,773	2,326	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Rialto, 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 Rialto crime rate is higher than the national average by 46.5%. Specifically, there were 525 violent crimes in Rialto, equivalent to 502 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 35.7%. Furthermore, Rialto recorded 3036 property crimes, amounting to 2903 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 48.5%.

The surge in vehicle thefts is a concerning trend across the United States, and Rialto is no exception, experiencing one of the nation's highest vehicle theft rates. Last year, Rialto reported a total of 515 vehicle thefts, resulting in 492 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 204, underscoring the need for heightened vigilance and security measures.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Rialto?

AreaVibes surveyed 45 local residents in Rialto to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 60% of people answered that there was very little crime in Rialto and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 40% 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 Rialto a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Rialto 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. Rialto has a total crime rate that is 46% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 9.76 daily crimes (1.44 violent daily crimes and 8.32 daily property crimes) in Rialto.

Has Crime in Rialto 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 Rialto 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 Rialto has increased by 17.7% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 5% and property crime has increased by 20.2%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Rialto

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Rialto, 64.5% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, 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 Rialto, the cost of living is 18.65% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Rialto are $1,302, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

Rialto crime map

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

Rialto crime rates are 46% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Rialto are 53% higher than the national average
In Rialto you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Rialto is safer than 15% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Rialto has decreased by 2%

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Daily Crime In Rialto (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Rialto, CA per 100,000 people. In Rialto, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.17 times more than the California average and 1.46 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Rialto is 1.10 times more than the California average and 1.53 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Rialto has a daily crime rate that is 1.19 times more than the California average and 1.45 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Rialto (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Rialto to every other city in California, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Rialto safe? The gauges above illustrate that Rialto is safer than 22% of every city located within California along with 15% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in California and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Rialto, CA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Rialto

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Rialto is 1 in 180

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Rialto is 1 in 37

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

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Rialto? In Rialto, you have a 1 in 180 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 37. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Rialto, CA is 1 in 31.

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

Determining whether Rialto is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Rialto violent crime rates have increased by 11%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 4% year over year. Total crimes for Rialto has decreased by 2% in the same time frame.

Rialto police department

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

There are a total of 142 Rialto police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 61.3% less than the California average and 57% 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}
Fontana, CA	212,704	281	1,365	1,646
Eastvale, CA	65,766	131	1,779	1,910
Highgrove, CA	6,201	403	1,845	2,248
Moreno Valley, CA	208,751	318	1,945	2,262
Lake Arrowhead, CA	9,741	406	1,858	2,264
Ontario, CA	178,194	340	2,304	2,644
Norco, CA	27,021	165	2,714	2,879
Rialto, CA	103,549	557	2,773	3,330

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
San Mateo, CA	103,619	348	1,919	2,267
Burbank, CA	103,411	368	3,189	3,558
El Cajon, CA	103,249	469	1,517	1,986
Allen, TX	104,040	112	823	935
Las Cruces, NM	102,950	578	5,402	5,980
Rialto, CA	103,549	557	2,773	3,330

Source: The Rialto, 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.