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Sanford, Florida: crime rate and local statistics
FBI figures for 2025 show 5.3 violent crimes per 1,000 people in Sanford, about 2.0 times the rate across Florida (2.6). Median household income is $66,891 and the median home value is $309,300. About 63,730 people live in Sanford.
Last updated . Crime: FBI 2025. Income and housing: Census ACS 2020-2024. Road work: October 11, 2026.
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What is the crime rate in Sanford?
The FBI's 2025 figures put Sanford at 5.3 violent crimes per 1,000 residents (363 in all). For comparison, that is about 2.0 times the Florida rate (2.6) and 62% higher than the national rate (3.3). 6 of the violent crimes were murders or non-negligent manslaughter. Burglaries, thefts and car thefts added up to 1,346 (19.7 per 1,000 residents). Violent crimes rose 3% between 2022 and 2025 (351 to 363).
| Offense (2025) | Sanford count | Per 1,000 | Florida per 1,000 | U.S. per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime | 363 | 5.3 | 2.6 | 3.3 |
| Murder | 6 | 0.09 | 0.03 | 0.04 |
| Rape | 33 | 0.48 | 0.27 | 0.36 |
| Robbery | 34 | 0.50 | 0.37 | 0.49 |
| Aggravated assault | 290 | 4.2 | 1.9 | 2.4 |
| Property crime | 1,346 | 19.7 | 11.8 | 15.3 |
| Burglary | 107 | 1.6 | 1.3 | 1.9 |
| Larceny-theft | 1,138 | 16.6 | 9.8 | 11.4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 101 | 1.5 | 0.71 | 2.0 |
How has crime in Sanford changed since 2021?
| Year | Violent crimes | Property crimes | Murders |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | not reported in full | – | – |
| 2022 | 351 | 1,797 | 6 |
| 2023 | 399 | 1,785 | 8 |
| 2024 | 363 | 1,507 | 4 |
| 2025 | 363 | 1,346 | 6 |
Most crime never reaches the police, so these are reported crimes, a floor rather than the full count. In 2024 about half of violent crimes (48%) and about 3 in 10 property crimes (31%) were reported to police (U.S. Justice Department, National Crime Victimization Survey). Rates also depend on how completely each agency reports to the FBI. City figures are the Sanford Police Department's own reports.
How does Sanford compare with Florida?
Sanford's median household earns $66,891 a year, 10% lower than the state figure ($74,568). Owner-occupied homes have a median value of $309,300, and half of renters pay more than $1,609 a month. About 63,730 people live on 24 square miles of land, roughly 2,650 per square mile. The city lies in Seminole County.
| Census ACS 2020-2024 | Sanford | Florida | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 63,730 | 22,416,077 | 334,922,499 |
| Median household income | $66,891 | $74,568 | $80,734 |
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $309,300 | $359,000 | $332,700 |
| Median gross rent | $1,609 | $1,669 | $1,413 |
| Unemployment rate (2020-2024 average) | 4.0% | 4.8% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line | 11.9% | 12.6% | 12.5% |
| Adults 25+ with a bachelor's degree or higher | 29.5% | 34.1% | 35.7% |
| Homeowner households | 52.0% | 67.6% | 65.2% |
| Median age | 37.1 | 42.6 | 38.9 |
What environmental sites and hazards are in Sanford?
EPA lists 1 active Superfund site (final or proposed) in Sanford: Sanford Dry Cleaners. A listing means EPA is managing a long-term cleanup; it does not by itself mean anyone is exposed today.
On FEMA's National Risk Index, Seminole County has an overall natural-hazard risk rating of “Relatively Moderate”. Of the seven hazards on our map, FEMA rates these highest: tornadoes (Relatively High) and hurricanes (Relatively High). The index compares counties with each other and also weighs how vulnerable and resilient a community is, so it is a long-run estimate, not a forecast.
Is there road construction in Sanford?
No highway work zones were listed in Sanford city limits in the October 11, 2026 state feed. Some states publish only part of their road work in open feeds, so check the state's 511 site before you travel. The map's layer refreshes every morning.
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How many schools, nursing homes and parks are in or near Sanford?
Federal school lists place 17 public and 7 private schools within Sanford. 1 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing home is in the city. Within about 15 miles: 4 state parks or recreation areas: Blue Spring State Park, Hontoon Island State Park, Lower Wekiva River Preserve State Park and Wekiwa Springs State Park.
Gun shops, liquor stores and Planned Parenthood in Sanford
Gun shops
4 gun shops with a public storefront are on the map inside the Sanford city limits, plus 4 more licensed dealers without a public storefront (not shown). 2 of them are pawnshops licensed to sell guns. On the ATF list: Buffalo Bill Shooting Store INC (Sanford), Cash America Pawn (Sanford), Value Pawn & Jewelry (Sanford) and Walmart #3207 (Sanford).
Liquor stores
11 liquor stores are on the map inside the Sanford city limits: B&B Discount Liquor (Sanford), Bless Wine & Spirits (Sanford), Celery Liquors (Sanford), Dream Discount Liquor (Sanford), Kevins Corner Liquor Store (Sanford), Legacy Liquors (Sanford), Legend Liquors (Sanford), Pats Liquor (Sanford) and 3 more.
Planned Parenthood
There is no Planned Parenthood health center inside the Sanford city limits on the map.
See them on the map: gun shops · liquor stores →
Sources: ATF licensee list (Sept 2026); state liquor licence lists, OpenStreetMap and Overture Maps (non-official); HHS Title X directory and CMS NPPES.
Common questions
What is the crime rate in Sanford?
In 2025, Sanford had 5.3 violent crimes per 1,000 residents (363 reported), about 2.0 times the Florida rate (2.6). The property-crime rate was 19.7 per 1,000 (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting).
What is the median household income in Sanford?
$66,891 (Census American Community Survey, 2020-2024), compared with $74,568 for Florida.
How much do homes cost in Sanford?
The median value of owner-occupied homes is $309,300 (Census ACS 2020-2024), against $359,000 statewide.
What natural hazards affect Sanford?
On FEMA's National Risk Index, Seminole County has an overall natural-hazard risk rating of “Relatively Moderate”. Of the seven hazards on our map, FEMA rates these highest: tornadoes (Relatively High) and hurricanes (Relatively High).
Nearby cities
Deltona, FL (9 mi) · Apopka, FL (17 mi) · Pine Hills, FL (19 mi) · Alafaya, FL (19 mi) · Orlando, FL (26 mi) · Port Orange, FL (27 mi)
More: Florida statewide numbers · county page: Seminole County · Sex-offender registry search (NSOPW)
Where do these numbers come from?
- Crime: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting, agency counts 2021-2025 (Return A); state and national rates: FBI estimated crimes.
- Income, housing, education: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year, table B19013 (median household income) and related tables, for the Census place Sanford city.
- Land area: Census 2024 Gazetteer. Hazards: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (December 2025), county scores (county level).
- Superfund: U.S. EPA, Superfund site boundaries and NPL status (October 2026). Dams: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Inventory of Dams (public map service, October 2026).
- Work zones: State departments of transportation, via the U.S. DOT Work Zone Data Exchange (WZDx) and state 511 feeds; refreshed every morning (snapshot October 11, 2026).
- Schools: National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE public school locations 2024-25; budgets: U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances, fiscal year 2024; National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE Private School geocodes (Private School Survey 2023-24). Nursing homes: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Nursing Home Provider Information and Penalties (September 2026).
- Parks: USGS Protected Areas Database of the U.S. (PAD-US 4.1); state park agencies' open data (CA, NY, PA, TN, TX, FL, NJ, KY, HI, UT, MT and others); OpenStreetMap contributors for some hours, phones, fees and camping; U.S. National Park Service: unit boundaries (Land Resources Division), Acreage Report (Sept 30, 2026), park pages on nps.gov (hours, fees), Visitor Use Statistics (2025).
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