Crime & Safety in Renton

Renton's crime rate is disclosed honestly here rather than smoothed over: 36 per 1,000 residents, described as among the highest rates in America across all communities, with a specific, disclosed vulnerability to motor vehicle theft.

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A real, elevated overall crime rate

Renton's overall crime rate runs 36 per 1,000 residents -- a real, disclosed figure this record does not minimize, with a 1-in-28 annual chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime.

A specific, disclosed motor vehicle theft vulnerability

Renton is separately noted for one of the highest rates of motor vehicle theft in the nation -- a real, specific vulnerability beyond the general overall crime figure, worth factoring into insurance and parking/security decisions specifically.

Crime concentrates geographically -- neighborhood matters

As with most cities in this dataset, Renton's crime is not spread evenly across the city. Confirm a specific target neighborhood's current standing directly rather than relying on the citywide figure alone -- see best-areas.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-25. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.