Moderately Safe · Population: 77,211
Paterson, New Jersey is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 53/100. The violent crime rate of 672.6 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 77,211, Paterson reported 519 violent crimes and 2,329 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 39.2 per 100K |
| Rape | 48.1 per 100K |
| Robbery | 148.4 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 436.9 per 100K |
| Burglary | 475.3 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,015.5 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 525.5 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 519 |
| Property Crimes | 2,328 |
| Total Crimes | 2,847 |
With a safety score of 53/100, Paterson is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 82% 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.