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Is North Miami, Florida Safe?

Population 60,884 · Safer than 22% of US cities

Improving· 2023 FBI UCR data

A D+ grade for North Miami means there's room for concern. The 248.6 per-thousand crime rate and violent crime above the national average tell the story. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,585 per 100K.

North Miami Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricNorth MiamiFlorida AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate436.9326.8363.8
Property Crime Rate2049.02070.61,832.3
Murder Rate5.0--5.7
Assault Rate263.0--268.2
Theft Rate1585.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate379.0--318.3

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

Overall SafetyD+

248.6 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeD

437/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD+

2049/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for North Miami

Violent crime in North Miami is above the national average. The rate of 436.9 per 100K exceeds the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 2049.0 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,585 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

North Miami Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder5
088% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault263
098% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery62
098% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary228
085% of avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,585
01.1x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft379
01.2x national avgAvg: 318.3

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

How North Miami Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

North Miami
436.9
State
326.8
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

North Miami
2049.0
State
2070.6
National
1832.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions About North Miami Safety

Is North Miami safe?
Not especially. North Miami earns a D+ with a crime rate of 248.6 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs above the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in North Miami?
248.6 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 436.9 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2049.0 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is North Miami safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. North Miami's D+ grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,585 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in North Miami?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in North Miami generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the North Miami police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in North Miami?
No. Crime in North Miami has been trending down, which is good news for the D+-rated city.
How does North Miami compare to other cities in Florida?
Below average for the state. North Miami ranks behind about 73% of Florida cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.1x the national rate.
How safe is North Miami to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is above the national average. Crime has been dropping, which helps.
How bad is crime in North Miami?
Bad. A D+ grade and 248.6 per-thousand rate put North Miami below 78% of US cities. Violent crime at 437 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in North Miami?
436.9 per 100,000, which is 20% above the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (263), robbery (62), and murder (5.0) 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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