Is San Francisco State University safe? Safety score, rankings & crime data 2026
San Francisco State University: safety score 76/100 (grade B), ranked #28 of 112 in the US — data through 2026-10.
76/100
Grade: B · #28 of 112 in the US
Recorded crimes near campus — last 12 months
Monthly counts of officially recorded crimes within 3 km of San Francisco State University, split by normalised severity. UK data is published monthly by data.police.uk; US, Canadian and Australian cities publish on their own cycles, so recent months may not be final.
| Month | Violent | Property | Minor | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11 | 29 | 204 | 166 | 399 |
| 2025-12 | 33 | 213 | 171 | 417 |
| 2026-01 | 22 | 169 | 134 | 325 |
| 2026-02 | 31 | 157 | 149 | 337 |
| 2026-03 | 42 | 183 | 158 | 383 |
| 2026-04 | 39 | 198 | 182 | 419 |
| 2026-05 | 40 | 209 | 177 | 426 |
| 2026-06 | 20 | 120 | 163 | 303 |
| 2026-07 | 27 | 136 | 159 | 322 |
| 2026-08 | 32 | 149 | 145 | 326 |
| 2026-09 | 29 | 150 | 160 | 339 |
| 2026-10 | 30 | 129 | 134 | 293 |
Latest release: 2026-10 — 293 records in total — violent 30, property 129, minor 134 (-46 vs 2026-09).
Most common types: Other theft (80) · Other crime (25) · Assault (23) · Non-crime incident (20) · Other crime (18)
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Other universities in San Francisco
- City College of San Francisco 68 /100
- University of San Francisco 38 /100
- Academy of Art University 5 /100
- California College of the Arts 0 /100
FAQs about safety at San Francisco State University
What is San Francisco State University's safety score?
San Francisco State University: 76/100 (grade B), #28 of 112 in the US, computed from 12 months of official records within 3 km of campus and recomputed weekly (data through 2026-10).
How many crimes are recorded near San Francisco State University?
In the 12 months to 2026-10, 4289 crimes were officially recorded within 3 km of San Francisco State University; the latest release month (2026-10) alone had 293 records (30 violent, 129 property, 134 minor).
Is it safe to walk around San Francisco State University at night?
We can only speak from recorded data, not predict any specific street or hour. Check the monthly table above and the street-level map in the free StudySafeLink app along your actual route, and follow common precautions (well-lit main roads, share your trip with family).
How can my family keep track of my safety?
With the free StudySafeLink app you can check in with one tap after class or at night; your bound parent gets an instant notification plus a daily reassurance summary, and Trip Guardian can share your journey status (with your consent) when you head home late.
Data: San Francisco PD. Monthly counts cover the 12 months to 2026-10; official releases may be revised by publishers. This page is for general reference only and is not safety advice. In an emergency always call 911 in the US.