Anacortes, WA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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45%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

76%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

68%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Anacortes_{/100k people}	Washington_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	607	n/a (estimate)	3,374	3,732	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	5.6	5.0	6.3
Rape	6	n/a	33.4	39.2	40.0
Robbery	4	n/a	22.2	86.8	66.1
Assault	5	n/a	27.8	244.7	268.2
Violent crime	16	n/a (estimate)	89	376	370
Burglary	82	n/a	455.8	563.0	269.8
Theft	458	n/a	2,545.9	2,154.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	51	n/a	283.5	639.3	282.7
Property crime	591	n/a (estimate)	3,285	3,356	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Anacortes, WA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Anacortes crime rate is 45.2% higher than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Anacortes, there were 16 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 89 per 100,000 individuals, 76% lower than the national average. Additionally, Anacortes recorded 591 property crimes, amounting to 3285 per 100,000 residents, 68.1% higher than the U.S. average.

Anacortes stands out with one of the lowest violent crime rates in the United States. Reporting only 89 violent crimes per 100,000 people, Anacortes secures its place among the safest cities in the nation, making it an enticing destination for those in search of a new home.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Anacortes?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Anacortes residents. Out of the respondents (23 in total), 87% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Anacortes were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 13% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Anacortes a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Anacortes is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Anacortes has a total crime rate that is 45% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.66 daily crimes (0.04 violent daily crimes and 1.62 daily property crimes) in Anacortes.

Has Crime in Anacortes Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Anacortes has increased by 44.2% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Anacortes is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 20%, while property crime has increased by 47.4%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Anacortes.

Potential Causes for Crime in Anacortes

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Anacortes crime rates. In Anacortes, the poverty rate stands at 8.4%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Anacortes, the cost of living is 25.37% higher than the national average.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Anacortes is $446,000, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Anacortes crime map

The Anacortes crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Anacortes as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Anacortes crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Anacortes crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Anacortes crime rates are 45% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Anacortes are 76% lower than the national average
In Anacortes you have a 1 in 30 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Anacortes is safer than 46% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Anacortes has increased by 44%

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Daily Crime In Anacortes (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Anacortes on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Washington and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Anacortes (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Washington, are 1.11 times less than the state average and 1.45 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Anacortes on a daily basis are 4.22 times less than than Washington average and 4.16 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Anacortes are 1.02 times less than the daily state average and 1.68 times more than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Anacortes (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Anacortes in comparison to other Washington communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Anacortes safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Anacortes being safer than 59% of cities in Washington and 46% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Washington cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Anacortes. In conclusion, Anacortes ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Anacortes

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Anacortes is 1 in 1125

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Anacortes is 1 in 31

The chance of being a victim of crime in Anacortes is 1 in 30

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Anacortes? If you reside in Anacortes, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 1125. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 31 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Anacortes, is 1 in 30.

Year Over Year Crime In Anacortes (per 100,000 people)

A good indicator of whether Anacortes is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Anacortes has decreased by 21%, while the property crime rate in Anacortes has increased by 47% year over year. The number of total crimes in Anacortes has increased by 44% year over year.

Anacortes police department

Item	Anacortes	Washington	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	27	8,169	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.7	2.2	3.3

There are a total of 27 Anacortes police officers. This results in 1.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 22.6% less than the Washington average and 48.4% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Washington

State	Total offenders	Washington_/100K	National_/100K
Washington	6,688	107	266

There are a total of 6,688 sex offenders in Washington. This yields a total of 107 sex offenders in Washington per 100,000 residents which is 60% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Oak Harbor, WA	23,358	60	885	945
Bay View, WA	666	152	1,356	1,508
Alger, WA	150	231	2,064	2,295
Mount Vernon, WA	35,502	270	2,948	3,219
Lake Ketchum, WA	1,278	333	2,972	3,305
La Conner, WA	974	418	3,732	4,150
Burlington, WA	9,085	334	11,446	11,780
Anacortes, WA	17,231	89	3,285	3,374

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Tavares, FL	17,228	59	459	519
New Castle, IN	17,234	423	2,134	2,557
Flowing Wells, AZ	17,227	660	3,143	3,802
Perry, GA	17,235	246	2,223	2,468
Pampa, TX	17,226	428	2,374	2,802
Anacortes, WA	17,231	89	3,285	3,374

Source: The Anacortes, WA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.