Is Providence, RI Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Providence, Rhode Island reported 109.35 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.58 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 78.80 per 100,000 below that reference, with 208 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Providence, Rhode Island reported 1,319.04 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.19 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 212.07 per 100,000 above that reference, with 2,509 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Providence, Rhode Island reported 213.44 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.93 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 16.12 per 100,000 below that reference, with 406 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Providence, Rhode Island reported 180.32 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.93 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 12.68 per 100,000 below that reference, with 343 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Providence, Rhode Island reported 48.37 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.00 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 0.13 per 100,000 above that reference, with 92 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Providence, RI has an adjusted safety score of 54.92 out of 100. It ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Rhode Island. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Rhode Island 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 | 92 | 48.37 | 48.24 |
1.0× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 406 | 213.44 | 229.56 | 0.93× national |
| Burglary | 208 | 109.35 | 188.15 | 0.58× national |
| Larceny-theft | 2509 | 1319.04 | 1106.97 |
1.19× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 343 | 180.32 | 193.0 | 0.93× national |
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What drives Providence's safety score?
Providence ranks in the bottom quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Rhode Island, ahead of approximately 0% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 190,214 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 61.86, while Property Security is lowest at 44.51. The 17.35-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, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 1319.04 per 100,000 (1.19× the national rate). Burglary is lowest on the same relative basis at 109.35 per 100,000 (0.58× 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
Providence, Rhode Island recorded 2,509 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 70.5% of the 3,558 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 92 robbery reports (2.6%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Providence, Rhode Island recorded 406 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 11.4% of the 3,558 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 92 robbery reports (2.6%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Providence, Rhode Island recorded 343 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 9.6% of the 3,558 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 92 robbery reports (2.6%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Providence, Rhode Island uses a reporting population of 190,214 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.
Providence, Rhode Island has an adjusted score of 54.92 points out of 100 versus 73.94 in Cranston, Rhode Island, a difference of 19.02 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Providence ranks 3 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Providence, Rhode Island has an adjusted score of 54.92 points out of 100 versus 72 in Warwick, Rhode Island, a difference of 17.08 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Providence 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 Providence safe compared to other places in Rhode Island?
Providence is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 54.92 out of 100 and ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Rhode Island.
What is the crime rate in Providence?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Providence's safety rating?
Providence's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 54.92 out of 100, which ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Rhode Island. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Providence?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Providence?
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.