Crime Rate in Miami, Florida (2024)
Current crime statistics, safety grade, and trends for Miami based on FBI data.
Key Insights
- →Miami has a violent crime rate of 473.3 per 100,000 residents, 32% above the national average.
- →The murder rate in Miami is 6.1 per 100K, with 28 homicides reported in 2024.
- →Violent crime decreased by 3.8% compared to the previous year.
- →Miami's violent crime rate is above the Florida state average of 267.1/100K.
460,392
Population
473.3
Violent Rate
6.1
Murder Rate
2995.1
Property Rate
Safety Grade
Year-over-Year Change
Violent crime in Miami decreased by -3.8% from the previous year. The city is currently on a volatile trajectory.
Crime Composition
Breakdown of violent crimes in Miami by type:
1.3%
Murder
5.0%
Rape
20.1%
Robbery
73.6%
Assault
How Miami Compares
Multi-Year Trend
| Year | Population | Violent Rate | Murder Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 460,392 | 473.3 | 6.1 | 2995.1 |
| 2023 | 452,929 | 491.9 | 7.1 | 2944.8 |
| 2020 | 476,102 | 555.6 | 12.8 | 2749.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Miami?
Miami has a violent crime rate of 473.3 per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2995.1 per 100,000 residents, based on 2024 FBI data.
Is Miami safe?
Miami receives a safety grade of F based on its crime rates compared to other US cities. The city ranks in the 87th percentile for safety.
How does Miami compare to the national average?
Miami's violent crime rate of 473.3/100K is above the national average of 359.1/100K. Its property crime rate is above the national average of 1955.0/100K.