San Rafael, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The San Rafael Police Department serves the city of San Rafael, CA in Marin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,972 violent crimes and 7,324 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 72.4 per 100k residents, which is 31.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 292.9 per 100k, 79.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 21 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate72.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,972 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents144 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents315 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents660 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate292.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,324 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate38.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents908 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate183.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,587 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate70.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,751 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 72.4 | B | 2972 | 106.2 | -31.8% |
| Property Crime | 292.9 | F | 7324 | 163.6 | +79.0% |
| Rape | 3.4 | C | 144 | 3.5 | -4.7% |
| Robbery | 11.8 | F | 315 | 5.8 | +102.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.5 | A | 660 | 22.3 | -39.5% |
| Burglary | 38.7 | F | 908 | 24.0 | +61.1% |
| Larceny | 183.5 | D | 4587 | 116.4 | +57.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 70.7 | F | 1751 | 22.2 | +218.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 21 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ross | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 43.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 85.0% lower |
| Fairfax | 10 miles | B 81.7 | A 81.7 | Violent: 12.9% higher Property: 72.1% lower |
| Novato | 10 miles | A 54.1 | C 177.8 | Violent: 25.2% lower Property: 39.3% lower |
| Mill Valley | 14 miles | A 14.4 | A 100.7 | Violent: 80.1% lower Property: 65.6% lower |
| Petaluma | 14 miles | B 87.8 | B 127.4 | Violent: 21.3% higher Property: 56.5% lower |