Boca Raton, FL has safety grade C+, a population of about 98,776, an overall crime rate near 597 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Boca Raton, FL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Boca Raton, FL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Boca Raton, FL Crime Rate and Safety Report
Boca Raton, FL crime snapshot: safety grade C+, violent crime rate 3.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 3.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
C+
Caution
Violent Crime Rate
3.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Boca Raton, FL has moderate safety concerns with a C+ rating. Residents should remain aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (50.0% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
With 590 total incidents, Boca Raton shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Comparison Insights
Boca Raton demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Boca Raton, FL Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area with GEOID 16000US1207300, a total of 590 crimes were recorded. The most prevalent crime category is property crime, accounting for 295 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most frequent (226 incidents), followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property (27 incidents), stolen property offenses (24 incidents), burglary/breaking & entering (17 incidents), and motor vehicle theft (1 incident). Assault is the second most common main category, with 265 incidents classified as assault offenses. Robbery accounts for 17 incidents, all categorized as robbery. The "others" category includes 13 incidents, primarily fraud offenses (11 incidents) and embezzlement (2 incidents).
Boca Raton, FL crime map
Crime Map
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Safest Zip Codes
High Crime Zip Codes
33486
31
Safety6.9
Per 1K7
Total Crimes33496
29
Safety7.1
Per 1K7
Total Crimes33433
41
Safety5.9
Per 1K6
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FAQ about crime in Boca Raton, FL
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Boca Raton, FL.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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