Crime & Safety in Homer

Homer's cited crime data runs genuinely favorable, a real standout within Alaska this record discloses directly.

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Alaska's 2nd safest city, two years running

The City of Homer's own official citations named Homer the 2nd safest city in Alaska (behind Sitka) two years in a row.

A notably low violent crime rate

Homer's violent crime rate was cited at approximately 1.9 per 1,000 residents -- the lowest among Alaska's five safest cities per that same source.

An overall favorable victimization rate

The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Homer was cited at approximately 1-in-67.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.