Is Pittsburgh, PA Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania reported 130.76 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.71 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 82.52 per 100,000 above that reference, with 397 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
- 02
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania reported 1,824.65 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.65 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 717.68 per 100,000 above that reference, with 5,540 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
- 03
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania reported 315.86 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.64 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 122.86 per 100,000 above that reference, with 959 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
- 04
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania reported 227.26 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.21 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 39.11 per 100,000 above that reference, with 690 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
- 05
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania reported 273.04 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.19 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 43.48 per 100,000 above that reference, with 829 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Pittsburgh, PA has an adjusted safety score of 13.72 out of 100. It ranks #6 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Pennsylvania. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing.
Jump to Section
2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Pennsylvania workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 397 | 130.76 | 48.24 |
2.71× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 829 | 273.04 | 229.56 |
1.19× national |
| Burglary | 690 | 227.26 | 188.15 |
1.21× national |
| Larceny-theft | 5540 | 1824.65 | 1106.97 |
1.65× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 959 | 315.86 | 193.0 |
1.64× national |
Comparing Pittsburgh to somewhere else? Take the file with you.
What drives Pittsburgh's safety score?
Pittsburgh ranks in the bottom quarter of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Pennsylvania, ahead of approximately 0% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 303,620 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Community Order at 15.95, while Personal Safety is lowest at 12.33. The 3.62-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Robbery is highest relative to its national reference at 130.76 per 100,000 (2.71× the national rate). Aggravated Assault is lowest on the same relative basis at 273.04 per 100,000 (1.19× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania recorded 5,540 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 65.8% of the 8,415 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 397 robbery reports (4.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania recorded 959 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 11.4% of the 8,415 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 397 robbery reports (4.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania recorded 829 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 9.9% of the 8,415 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 397 robbery reports (4.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania uses a reporting population of 303,620 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has an adjusted score of 13.72 points out of 100 versus 63.72 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, a difference of 50.00 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Pittsburgh ranks 6 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has an adjusted score of 13.72 points out of 100 versus 50.47 in Reading, Pennsylvania, a difference of 36.75 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Pittsburgh ranks 6 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pittsburgh safe compared to other places in Pennsylvania?
Pittsburgh is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 13.72 out of 100 and ranks #6 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Pennsylvania.
What is the crime rate in Pittsburgh?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Pittsburgh's safety rating?
Pittsburgh's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 13.72 out of 100, which ranks #6 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Pennsylvania. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Pittsburgh?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Pittsburgh?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
Cite This Public Safety Profile
Citation formats:
Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.