Is Las Vegas, NV Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Las Vegas, Nevada reported 1,348.34 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 6.99 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 1,155.34 per 100,000 above that reference, with 8,776 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Las Vegas, Nevada reported 1,071.02 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 5.69 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 882.87 per 100,000 above that reference, with 6,971 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Las Vegas, Nevada reported 3,924.88 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.55 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 2,817.91 per 100,000 above that reference, with 25,546 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Las Vegas, Nevada reported 776.80 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.38 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 547.24 per 100,000 above that reference, with 5,056 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Las Vegas, Nevada reported 143.65 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.98 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 95.41 per 100,000 above that reference, with 935 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Las Vegas, NV has an adjusted safety score of 0.0 out of 100. It ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Nevada. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Nevada 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 | 935 | 143.65 | 48.24 |
2.98× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 5056 | 776.8 | 229.56 |
3.38× national |
| Burglary | 6971 | 1071.02 | 188.15 |
5.69× national |
| Larceny-theft | 25546 | 3924.88 | 1106.97 |
3.55× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8776 | 1348.34 | 193.0 |
6.99× national |
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What drives Las Vegas's safety score?
Las Vegas ranks in the bottom quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Nevada, ahead of approximately 0% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 650,873 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 Personal Safety at 0.0, while Personal Safety is lowest at 0.0. The 0.0-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 1348.34 per 100,000 (6.99× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 143.65 per 100,000 (2.98× 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
Las Vegas, Nevada recorded 25,546 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 54.0% of the 47,284 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 935 robbery reports (2.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Las Vegas, Nevada recorded 8,776 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 18.6% of the 47,284 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 935 robbery reports (2.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Las Vegas, Nevada recorded 6,971 burglary offenses in 2025, 14.7% of the 47,284 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 935 robbery reports (2.0%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Las Vegas, Nevada uses a reporting population of 650,873 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.
Las Vegas, Nevada has an adjusted score of 0 points out of 100 versus 55.8 in Henderson, Nevada, a difference of 55.80 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Las Vegas ranks 3 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Las Vegas, Nevada has an adjusted score of 0 points out of 100 versus 29.92 in North Las Vegas, Nevada, a difference of 29.92 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Las Vegas ranks 3 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 Las Vegas safe compared to other places in Nevada?
Las Vegas is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 0.0 out of 100 and ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Nevada.
What is the crime rate in Las Vegas?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Las Vegas's safety rating?
Las Vegas's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 0.0 out of 100, which ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Nevada. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Las Vegas?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Las Vegas?
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.