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Is Utica, New York Safe?

Population 62,978 · Safer than 26% of US cities

Improving· 2023 FBI UCR data

A C- grade for Utica means there's room for concern. The 237.2 per-thousand crime rate and violent crime below the national average tell the story. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,313 per 100K.

Utica Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricUticaNew York AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate235.2320.4363.8
Property Crime Rate2136.62030.01,832.3
Murder Rate3.0--5.7
Assault Rate192.0--268.2
Theft Rate1313.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate238.0--318.3

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

Overall SafetyC-

237.2 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeB-

235/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD+

2137/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Utica

Violent crime in Utica is below the national average. The rate of 235.2 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2136.6 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,313 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Utica Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder3
053% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault192
072% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery40
063% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary324
01.2x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,313
094% of avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft238
075% of avgAvg: 318.3

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

How Utica Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Utica
235.2
State
320.4
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Utica
2136.6
State
2030.0
National
1832.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Utica Safety

Is Utica safe?
Not especially. Utica earns a C- with a crime rate of 237.2 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Utica?
237.2 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 235.2 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2136.6 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Utica safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Utica's C- grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,313 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Utica?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Utica generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Utica police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Utica?
No. Crime in Utica has been trending down, which is good news for the C--rated city.
How does Utica compare to other cities in New York?
Below average for the state. Utica ranks behind about 82% of New York cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.2x the national rate.
How safe is Utica 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 Utica?
Bad. A C- grade and 237.2 per-thousand rate put Utica below 74% of US cities. Violent crime at 235 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Utica?
235.2 per 100,000, which is 35% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (192), robbery (40), and murder (3.0) 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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