Palm Desert, CA Crime


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Palm Desert, CA, a city situated in the Coachella Valley, has experienced a significant decrease in crime rates in recent years. With a violent crime rate of 15.7, which is lower than the national average of 22.7, Palm Desert has made strides in improving its safety measures. This comes as a relief to residents and visitors alike, as the city is a popular destination for its golf courses, shopping centers, and outdoor activities. In terms of property crime, Palm Desert also outperforms the national average, with a rate of 59.3 compared to the US average of 35.4. This context highlights the efforts of the local authorities and community in maintaining a safe and secure environment in Palm Desert, making it a desirable place to live and visit.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Palm Desert violent crime is 15.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Palm Desert property crime is 59.3. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Palm Desert, CA Crime History
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Over 4 years ago

Palm Desert, CA is full of rude people. One woman in a long sleeved pink shirt is being extremely rude and mocking people for no reason at a neighborhood Walmart in Palm  More

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Palm Desert is clean, upscale and beautiful. The views of the Santa Rosa Mountains bright blue sky and green expanses of golf course fairways, swimming pools and  More

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I made the mistake of moving here after a short vacation to be closer to family. Biggest mistake of my life! This is not the place to live if health is important to you.  More

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