Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, El Cerrito, CA has a crime rate that is slightly higher than the national average. According to recent data, the city has a violent crime rate of 23, slightly higher than the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as homicide, assault, and robbery. However, the property crime rate in El Cerrito is significantly higher, at 63.6 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While El Cerrito may be a relatively safe city compared to others, the elevated property crime rate is a cause for concern for residents and local authorities. It is important for individuals to take precautions and be aware of their surroundings in order to keep themselves and their property safe.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
El Cerrito violent crime is 23.0. (The US average is 22.7)
El Cerrito property crime is 63.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.