California Cities with the Highest Violent Crime Rates (2019 FBI Data)

Based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2019), the top 10 California cities by violent crimes per 1,000 residents:

1. Oakland – 70.24
2. Fresno – 65.78
3. Stockton – 63.01
4. Richmond – 60.01
5. Vallejo – 57.51
6. San Bernardino – 55.05
7. Santa Ana – 52.05
8. Los Angeles – 45.63
9. Sacramento – 44.18
10. Bakersfield – 43.57

Rates fluctuate yearly; always consult current local data for safety decisions.