Santa Monica, CA is a city located in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Known for its beautiful beaches and iconic pier, it's often thought of as a peaceful and safe city. However, when it comes to crime statistics, Santa Monica doesn't fare too well. According to recent data, the violent crime rate in Santa Monica is 21.7 per 1,000 people, which is higher than the national average of 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in Santa Monica is 56.9 per 1,000 people where the US average property crime rate is 35.4. Therefore, while Santa Monica may appear to be a tranquil place on the surface, there appears to be elevated levels of both violent and property crimes taking place in the city.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Santa Monica violent crime is 21.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Santa Monica property crime is 56.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.