Taft, CA has been plagued by a high rate of crime, with a violent crime rate of 36.5 compared to the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of Taft are at a higher risk of experiencing violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. The property crime rate in Taft is also significantly higher than the US average at 53, compared to 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics paint a concerning picture of the safety and security of the community in Taft. With such high rates of crime, it is important for residents to be diligent in taking precautions and for law enforcement to prioritize addressing these issues.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Taft violent crime is 36.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Taft property crime is 53.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.