Is Frederick, MD Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Frederick, Maryland reported 321.27 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.71 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 133.12 per 100,000 above that reference, with 259 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Frederick, Maryland reported 75.67 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.57 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 27.43 per 100,000 above that reference, with 61 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Frederick, Maryland reported 121.56 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.63 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 71.44 per 100,000 below that reference, with 98 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Frederick, Maryland reported 311.35 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.36 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 81.79 per 100,000 above that reference, with 251 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Frederick, Maryland reported 1,354.55 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.22 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 247.58 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,092 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Frederick, MD has an adjusted safety score of 48.78 out of 100. It ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Maryland. 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 Maryland 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 | 61 | 75.67 | 48.24 |
1.57× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 251 | 311.35 | 229.56 |
1.36× national |
| Burglary | 259 | 321.27 | 188.15 |
1.71× national |
| Larceny-theft | 1092 | 1354.55 | 1106.97 |
1.22× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 98 | 121.56 | 193.0 | 0.63× national |
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What drives Frederick's safety score?
Frederick ranks in the middle half of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Maryland, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 80,617 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 50.7, while Property Security is lowest at 41.87. The 8.83-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, Burglary is highest relative to its national reference at 321.27 per 100,000 (1.71× the national rate). Motor Vehicle Theft is lowest on the same relative basis at 121.56 per 100,000 (0.63× 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
Frederick, Maryland recorded 1,092 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 62.0% of the 1,761 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 61 robbery reports (3.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Frederick, Maryland recorded 259 burglary offenses in 2025, 14.7% of the 1,761 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 61 robbery reports (3.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Frederick, Maryland recorded 251 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 14.3% of the 1,761 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 61 robbery reports (3.5%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Frederick, Maryland uses a reporting population of 80,617 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.
Frederick, Maryland has an adjusted score of 48.78 points out of 100 versus 83.03 in Gaithersburg, Maryland, a difference of 34.25 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Frederick ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Frederick, Maryland has an adjusted score of 48.78 points out of 100 versus 14.24 in Baltimore, Maryland, a difference of 34.54 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Frederick ranks 2 of 3 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 Frederick safe compared to other places in Maryland?
Frederick is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 48.78 out of 100 and ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Maryland.
What is the crime rate in Frederick?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Frederick's safety rating?
Frederick's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 48.78 out of 100, which ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Maryland. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Frederick?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Frederick?
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.