The Merced, CA Metro Area has been experiencing an alarming rate of crime in recent years. According to background information, the area's violent crime rate is 30.9, significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Furthermore, property crime in the Merced, CA Metro Area is also a major concern, with a rate of 39 compared to the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. These statistics highlight the prevalence of crime in the area and the need for increased efforts to ensure the safety and security of its residents. The community must work together to address the root causes of crime and implement effective measures to reduce these high rates.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Merced Metro Area violent crime is 30.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Merced Metro Area property crime is 39.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Merced, California does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Modesto, California. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Modesto, California. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.