92109 Safety Report
ZIP • SAN DIEGO, CASummary
92109 has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 39 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $928K (+19.8% vs area average), median household income of $124K (+9.6% vs area average), population density of 4,329 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 68.5% (-25.9% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 92109
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 92109 in San Diego, CA receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This zip was compared against 39 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this zip in San Diego, CA.
Walking Safety
This area has notably higher walking safety related crime rates than most zips in the region. This area ranks #27 out of 39 zips analyzed.
Stay alert when walking alone, particularly during late hours.
1,328
Total Incidents
110.7
Monthly Average
#27 / 39
Safety Rank
Use Caution
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 92109 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the late night hours, with the highest concentration at 1:00 (128 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 6:00 when incident rates drop to 12. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in San Diego, CA can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for 92109 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-07 with 160 incidents, while 2024-12 saw the lowest activity at 77 incidents. On average, this zip in San Diego experiences approximately 111 incidents per month. The data shows a increasing trend, with incident rates rising by approximately 49% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in CA neighborhoods like 92109 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 92109 is Assault | Simple Assault, accounting for 27.2% of all incidents (361 cases). This is followed by Disorderly Conduct | Disorderly Conduct at 22.8% (303 cases). The top three categories combined represent 65% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in San Diego, CA helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
4,328.66
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #22 of 39 zips
-25.3% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
68.5%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #39 of 39 zips
-25.9% vs area average
Median Home Value
$928,401.61
average estimate
Ranks #10 of 39 zips
+19.8% vs area average
Median Household Income
$124,002.36
average estimate
Ranks #12 of 38 zips
+9.6% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.