Below Average · Population: 400,000
Bakersfield, California is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 43/100. The violent crime rate of 354.1 per 100K is near the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 400,000, Bakersfield reported 1,416 violent crimes and 16,788 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 17.6 per 100K |
| Rape | 48.2 per 100K |
| Robbery | 116.8 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 171.5 per 100K |
| Burglary | 761.8 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,858.4 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 576.8 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,416 |
| Property Crimes | 16,787 |
| Total Crimes | 18,203 |
With a safety score of 43/100, Bakersfield has higher crime rates than the national average. Property crime accounts for 92% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.