Albany, NY County has a lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average, with a rate of 12.9 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, property crime in the county is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 27.9 compared to 35.4. Despite this, the overall crime rate in Albany, NY County is relatively low, making it a generally safe place to live. However, it is important to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions, as crime can still occur in any community. The local law enforcement and community members work together to maintain the safety and security of the county, making Albany a desirable place to live and visit.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Albany County violent crime is 12.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Albany County property crime is 27.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Albany, New York does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Springfield, Massachusetts. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Springfield, New York. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.