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Clemson, SC has safety grade B, a population of about 16,917, an overall crime rate near 485 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 Clemson, SC is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Clemson, SC for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.

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Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Clemson, SC

Clemson, SC crime snapshot: safety grade B, violent crime rate 2.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 2.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.

Safety Score

B

Somewhat Safe

Violent Crime Rate

2.00

per 1000 residents

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Property Crime Rate

2.00

per 1000 residents

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Total Crimes

82

reported incidents

Safety Analysis & Recommendations

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Overall Assessment

Clemson, SC demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.

Safety Recommendations

With property crimes being more prevalent (48.8% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.

Trend Analysis

The relatively low crime count of 82 incidents suggests Clemson maintains good community safety standards.

Comparison Insights

Clemson demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.

Analysis generated on: 10/27/2026

Clemson, SC Crime Analysis

Okay, based on the provided crime data for the area with GEOID 16000US4514950, here's a detailed analysis: The total reported crime count is 82. Assault is the most prevalent main crime category, accounting for 36 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Property crime follows closely with a total of 40 incidents. Within property crime, "Larceny/Theft Offenses" are the most frequent, with 25 incidents. Other property crimes include "Stolen Property Offenses" (6 incidents), "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (5 incidents), "Motor Vehicle Theft" and "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" each with 2 incidents. Sex offenses are relatively low, with only 1 reported incident. The "others" category accounts for 5 incidents, primarily "Fraud Offenses" (4 incidents) and "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (1 incident). To provide a more comprehensive safety analysis, additional information is needed. Specifically, the city and state name associated with GEOID 16000US4514950 is required. Furthermore, the population of the area is needed to calculate crime rates per 100k. The median income of the area would help to understand the socioeconomic context of the crime data. Once the city and state are identified, I can research the population and calculate the crime rate per 100k residents. This will allow for a comparison against state and national averages. The violent crime rate can be calculated by summing the assault and sex offense counts (36 + 1 = 37) and dividing by the population, then multiplying by 100,000. The property crime rate can be calculated by dividing the total property crime count (40) by the population, then multiplying by 100,000. A safety score and grade can be assigned based on the calculated crime rates, comparing them to national averages and considering the severity of the crimes. A lower crime rate would result in a higher safety score and a better safety grade (e.g., A or B). Conversely, a higher crime rate would result in a lower safety score and a worse safety grade (e.g., D or F). Crime map data, typically visualized using heatmaps or point maps, would require geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) for each incident, which are not provided in this dataset. Zip code data, while not directly present, can be inferred from the GEOID if the corresponding city and state are known. Based on the data, the primary insight is that property crime, particularly larceny/theft, and assault are the most significant crime concerns in this area. While sex offenses are low, the presence of fraud and counterfeiting suggests potential economic-related crime issues.

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Safest Zip Codes
10
29710
#1
York County Area
0
Safety
21.9
Per 1K
22
Total Crimes

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29541
#2
Florence County Area
0
Safety
21.0
Per 1K
21
Total Crimes

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29045
#3
Kershaw County Area
0
Safety
23.6
Per 1K
24
Total Crimes

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29145
#4
Newberry County Area
0
Safety
23.1
Per 1K
23
Total Crimes

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High Crime Zip Codes
10
29810
#1
Allendale County Area
0
Safety
118.1
Per 1K
118
Total Crimes
29220
#2
Richland County Area
0
Safety
116.2
Per 1K
116
Total Crimes
29836
#3
Allendale County Area
0
Safety
85.5
Per 1K
86
Total Crimes
29163
#4
Orangeburg County Area
0
Safety
86.2
Per 1K
86
Total Crimes

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FAQ about crime in Clemson, SC

PulseReal currently grades Clemson, SC as B. The population used for these rates is 16,917. The overall crime rate on this page is about 485 per 100,000 residents.

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 Clemson, SC.

Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.

Combine this crime report with the market overview for Clemson, SC and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.

Data sources & further reading

PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.

US Census QuickFacts

Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.

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HUD Market Data

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BLS Local Area Statistics

Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BJS National Crime Victimization Survey

Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.

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