Washington, DC has safety grade D, a population of about 701,974, an overall crime rate near 1,240 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 Washington, DC is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Washington, DC for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Washington, DC Crime Rate and Safety Report
Washington, DC crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 8.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
8.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
The area has very low safety standards with a D rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (66.3% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
The high crime volume of 8,701 incidents indicates this is an active urban area. The most common crime type is assault.
Comparison Insights
Crime rates in Washington are significantly higher than national averages, indicating the need for enhanced law enforcement and community programs.
Washington, DC Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area with GEOID "16000US1150000", a detailed analysis reveals the following insights. The total count of reported crimes is 8701. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 5107 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Homicide, while significantly lower in count, registers 87 incidents, divided into 79 and 8 incidents under "Homicide Offenses." Robbery accounts for 575 incidents, all categorized as "Robbery." Sex offenses total 178 incidents, with sub-categories including 8 and 155 incidents of "Sex Offenses," and 15 incidents of "Kidnapping/Abduction." The "others" category encompasses 133 incidents, including "Embezzlement" (2 incidents), "Counterfeiting/Forgery" (71 incidents), and "Fraud Offenses" (60 incidents). Property crime is substantial, with 2621 incidents, broken down into "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (1081 incidents), "Stolen Property Offenses" (239 incidents), "Motor Vehicle Theft" (58 incidents), "Larceny/Theft Offenses" (998 incidents), and "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (245 incidents). To provide a more comprehensive safety assessment, additional data is needed. This includes the city and state name associated with GEOID "16000US1150000", the population of the area, and the median income. With this information, we can calculate the crime rate per 100,000 population, assign a safety score and grade, and determine the violent and property crime rates. Furthermore, crime map data and zip code-specific data would enhance the granularity of the analysis. Without this contextual information, the current analysis is limited to the distribution of crime categories and sub-categories within the provided dataset.
Washington, DC crime map
Crime Map
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Safest Zip Codes
High Crime Zip Codes
20004
0
Safety88.0
Per 1K88
Total Crimes20317
0
Safety74.6
Per 1K75
Total Crimes20036
0
Safety68.6
Per 1K69
Total Crimes20001
0
Safety61.9
Per 1K62
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FAQ about crime in Washington, DC
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 Washington, DC.
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 Washington, DC 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.
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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