CityCheck
CitiesSafetyAskPlan
C-

Is Reno, Nevada Safe?

Population 283,621 · Safer than 27% of US cities

Improving· 2023 FBI UCR data

Reno earns a C- safety grade with 235.3 crimes per 1,000 residents. Violent crime runs below the national average, putting the city behind 73% of US cities. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,476 per 100K.

Reno Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricRenoNevada AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate289.3320.1363.8
Property Crime Rate2063.92227.91,832.3
Murder Rate6.0--5.7
Assault Rate209.0--268.2
Theft Rate1476.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate499.0--318.3

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

Overall SafetyC-

235.3 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC+

289/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD+

2064/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Reno

Violent crime in Reno is below the national average. The rate of 289.3 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 2063.9 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,476 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Reno Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder6
01.1x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault209
078% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery63
0100% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary380
01.4x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,476
01.1x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft499
01.6x national avgAvg: 318.3

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

How Reno Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Reno
289.3
State
320.1
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Reno
2063.9
State
2227.9
National
1832.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Reno Safety

Is Reno safe?
Not especially. Reno earns a C- with a crime rate of 235.3 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Reno?
235.3 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 289.3 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2063.9 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Reno safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Reno's C- grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,476 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Reno?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Reno generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Reno police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Reno?
No. Crime in Reno has been trending down, which is good news for the C--rated city.
How does Reno compare to other cities in Nevada?
Below average for the state. Reno ranks behind about 82% of Nevada cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.1x the national rate.
How safe is Reno to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is below the national average, which is encouraging. Crime has been dropping, which helps.
How bad is crime in Reno?
Bad. A C- grade and 235.3 per-thousand rate put Reno below 73% of US cities. Violent crime at 289 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Reno?
289.3 per 100,000, which is 20% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (209), robbery (63), and murder (6.0) per 100,000.

Nearby Cities in Nevada

Similar-sized communities in Nevada. Compare crime rates across the state.

D+
See crime rates in North Las Vegas296,653 pop · Grade D+
D-
See crime rates in Henderson353,289 pop · Grade D-
D-
See crime rates in Sparks111,902 pop · Grade D-
D-
See crime rates in Carson City58,571 pop · Grade D-
D+
See crime rates in Fernley26,214 pop · Grade D+
C
See crime rates in Mesquite24,001 pop · Grade C
View all Nevada city safety grades

Looking for things to do? See activities, events and places in Reno

Get weekly safety updates for Reno

Weekly crime trend updates and safety grade changes delivered to your inbox.

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.

Know before you go

CityCheck covers safety grades, crime data, and things to do for every US city.

Explore cities