Moderately Safe · Population: 332,874
Jersey City, New Jersey is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 67/100. The violent crime rate of 560.6 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 332,874, Jersey City reported 1,866 violent crimes and 6,889 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 10.1 per 100K |
| Rape | 83.9 per 100K |
| Robbery | 136.4 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 330.2 per 100K |
| Burglary | 583.3 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,124.8 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 361.3 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,865 |
| Property Crimes | 6,888 |
| Total Crimes | 8,753 |
With a safety score of 67/100, Jersey City is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 79% 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.