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Is Delano, California Safe?

Population 52,334 · Safer than 23% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

A D+ grade for Delano means there's room for concern. The 246 per-thousand crime rate and violent crime close to the national average tell the story. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,456 per 100K.

Delano Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricDelanoCalifornia AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate364.0333.9363.8
Property Crime Rate2096.12099.21,832.3
Murder Rate7.0--5.7
Assault Rate295.0--268.2
Theft Rate1456.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate418.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyD+

246 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC-

364/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD+

2096/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Delano

Violent crime in Delano is close to the national average. The rate of 364.0 per 100K exceeds the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 2096.1 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,456 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Delano Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder7
01.2x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault295
01.1x national avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery57
090% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary364
01.3x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,456
01.0x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft418
01.3x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Delano Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Delano
364.0
State
333.9
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Delano
2096.1
State
2099.2
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Delano Safety

Is Delano safe?
Not especially. Delano earns a D+ with a crime rate of 246 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Delano?
246 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 364.0 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2096.1 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Delano safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Delano's D+ grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,456 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Delano?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Delano generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Delano police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Delano?
Yes, there's been an uptick. Delano's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a D+ grade overall.
How does Delano compare to other cities in California?
Below average for the state. Delano ranks behind about 68% of California cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.1x the national rate.
How safe is Delano to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in Delano?
Bad. A D+ grade and 246 per-thousand rate put Delano below 77% of US cities. Violent crime at 364 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Delano?
364.0 per 100,000, which is 0% above the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (295), robbery (57), and murder (7.0) per 100,000.

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2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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