Is Tacoma, WA Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Tacoma, Washington reported 858.57 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 4.45 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 665.57 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,893 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tacoma, Washington reported 161.92 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.36 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 113.68 per 100,000 above that reference, with 357 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tacoma, Washington reported 541.09 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.88 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 352.94 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,193 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tacoma, Washington reported 655.38 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.85 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 425.82 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,445 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tacoma, Washington reported 2,741.27 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.48 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 1,634.30 per 100,000 above that reference, with 6,044 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Tacoma, WA has an adjusted safety score of 12.58 out of 100. It ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Washington. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Washington 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 | 357 | 161.92 | 48.24 |
3.36× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 1445 | 655.38 | 229.56 |
2.85× national |
| Burglary | 1193 | 541.09 | 188.15 |
2.88× national |
| Larceny-theft | 6044 | 2741.27 | 1106.97 |
2.48× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1893 | 858.57 | 193.0 |
4.45× national |
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What drives Tacoma's safety score?
Tacoma ranks in the middle half of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Washington, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 220,482 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 31.46, while Personal Safety is lowest at 5.07. The 26.39-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, Motor Vehicle Theft is highest relative to its national reference at 858.57 per 100,000 (4.45× the national rate). Larceny-theft is lowest on the same relative basis at 2741.27 per 100,000 (2.48× 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
Tacoma, Washington recorded 6,044 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 55.3% of the 10,932 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 357 robbery reports (3.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tacoma, Washington recorded 1,893 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 17.3% of the 10,932 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 357 robbery reports (3.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tacoma, Washington recorded 1,445 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 13.2% of the 10,932 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 357 robbery reports (3.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tacoma, Washington uses a reporting population of 220,482 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.
Tacoma, Washington has an adjusted score of 12.58 points out of 100 versus 65.78 in Bellevue, Washington, a difference of 53.20 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Tacoma ranks 4 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Tacoma, Washington has an adjusted score of 12.58 points out of 100 versus 29.18 in Kent, Washington, a difference of 16.60 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Tacoma ranks 4 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 Tacoma safe compared to other places in Washington?
Tacoma is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 12.58 out of 100 and ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Washington.
What is the crime rate in Tacoma?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Tacoma's safety rating?
Tacoma's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 12.58 out of 100, which ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Washington. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Tacoma?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Tacoma?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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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.