Los Altos, California is a relatively safe city, with a violent crime rate of only 8.2 compared to the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Los Altos are less likely to be victims of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. However, the city does have a slightly higher rate of property crime, with a rate of 21 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While these numbers may seem concerning, it is important to keep in mind that Los Altos is still considered a relatively safe community. With its low overall crime rate, residents can feel secure in their homes and daily activities.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Los Altos violent crime is 8.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Los Altos property crime is 21.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.