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28%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
25%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
38%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleEvans/100k peopleColorado/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime664n/a (estimate)2,9733,6402,324
Murder0n/a0.06.46.3
Rape22n/a98.563.440.0
Robbery9n/a40.372.666.1
Assault31n/a138.8350.1268.2
Violent crime62n/a (estimate)278493370
Burglary66n/a295.5395.2269.8
Theft340n/a1,522.41,966.71,401.9
Vehicle theft196n/a877.6785.7282.7
Property crime602n/a (estimate)2,6963,1481,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Evans, CO

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Evans is 27.9% higher than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Evans, there were 62 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 278 per 100,000 individuals, 24.9% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 602 property crimes, amounting to 2696 per 100,000 residents, 37.9% higher than the U.S. average.

Evans showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

With a total of 196 vehicle thefts last year, Evans has one of the most stolen cars in the country at 878 per 100,000 people. This lands Evans in the bottom 10% of all cities that reported crime and the chance of any vehicle being stolen is one in 114.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Evans?

What do the local residents think about crime in Evans? Well, based on a recent survey of 5 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 20% of Evans residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 80% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Evans a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Evans 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. Evans has a total crime rate that is 28% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.82 daily crimes (0.17 violent daily crimes and 1.65 daily property crimes) in Evans.

Has Crime in Evans Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Evans. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Evans has increased by 24.8%. Violent crimes have increased by 19.2%, while property crimes have increased by 25.4%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Evans

Evans reports an unemployment rate of 5%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Evans crime rates.

Evans has a population density of 2167.5 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Evans crime rates.

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 Evans, the cost of living is 5.89% lower than the national average.

Evans crime map



The Evans crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Evans 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 Evans crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Evans 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

  • Evans crime rates are 28% higher than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Evans are 25% lower than the national average
  • In Evans you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Evans is safer than 31% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Evans has increased by 32%

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        Daily Crime In Evans (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Evans, CO per 100,000 people. In Evans, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.22 times less than the Colorado average and 1.28 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Evans is 1.77 times less than the Colorado average and 1.33 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Evans has a daily crime rate that is 1.17 times less than the Colorado average and 1.38 times more than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Evans (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Evans to every other city in Colorado, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Evans safe? The gauges above illustrate that Evans is safer than 47% of every city located within Colorado along with 31% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Colorado and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Evans, CO is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Evans

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Evans is 1 in 361
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Evans is 1 in 38
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Evans is 1 in 34
        Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Evans? In Evans, CO you have a 1 in 361 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 38 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Evans.

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

        A good indicator of whether Evans 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 Evans has increased by 27%, while the property crime rate in Evans has increased by 33% year over year. The number of total crimes in Evans has increased by 32% year over year.

        Evans police department

        Item Evans Colorado National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)329,049558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.79.63.3
        There are a total of 32 Evans police officers. This results in 1.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 82.6% less than the Colorado average and 48.8% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Colorado

        State Total offenders Colorado /100K National /100K
        Colorado11,204251266
        There are a total of 11,204 sex offenders in Colorado. This yields a total of 251 sex offenders in Colorado per 100,000 residents which is 6% 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
        Ault, CO2,15369206275
        Severance, CO5,611104173276
        Milliken, CO7,86222414436
        Windsor, CO23,67929574603
        Eaton, CO5,6461709331,102
        Platteville, CO3,017761,1451,221
        Timnath, CO1,916661,2471,313
        Evans, CO22,1282782,6962,973

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        Nixa, MO22,08672841913
        Belton, TX22,1731612,0922,253
        Evans, CO22,1282782,6962,973
        Source: The Evans, CO 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.