Crime rates in Somerset, NJ County have been relatively low compared to the national average. According to recent data, the county's violent crime rate is 7.5, significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of Somerset, NJ County are less likely to be victims of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. The county's property crime rate is also lower than the national average, at 20.8 compared to 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. While there is still a presence of crime in the county, the overall rates are relatively low, providing a sense of safety and security for residents. However, it is important to continue efforts to prevent and decrease crime in order to maintain a safe community for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Somerset County violent crime is 7.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Somerset County property crime is 20.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Somerset, New Jersey does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Elizabeth, New Jersey. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Elizabeth, New Jersey. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.