Greeley, CO Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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61%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

57%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

62%

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}	Greeley_{/100k people}	Colorado_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	4,091	n/a (estimate)	3,744	3,640	2,324
Murder	8	n/a	7.3	6.4	6.3
Rape	59	n/a	54.0	63.4	40.0
Robbery	94	n/a	86.0	72.6	66.1
Assault	475	n/a	434.8	350.1	268.2
Violent crime	636	n/a (estimate)	582	493	370
Burglary	375	n/a	343.2	395.2	269.8
Theft	2,079	n/a	1,902.8	1,966.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	1,001	n/a	916.2	785.7	282.7
Property crime	3,455	n/a (estimate)	3,162	3,148	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Greeley, CO

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Greeley crime rate is 61.1% 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 Greeley, there were 636 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 582 per 100,000 individuals, 57.4% higher than the national average. Additionally, Greeley recorded 3455 property crimes, amounting to 3162 per 100,000 residents, 61.8% higher than the U.S. average.

Vehicle thefts across all of America are on the rise and Greeley has one of the highest vehicle theft rates in the country. In the most recent crime report, Greeley reported 1001 vehicle thefts, which equates to 916 stolen vehicles per 100,000 people. This falls in the bottom 10% of all cities, meaning that 90% of cities have better vehicle theft rates. The chance of having your vehicle stolen in Greeley is 1 in 110.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Greeley?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Greeley. Based on the results of the surveys (58 responses), 29% of people felt that there was very little crime in Greeley and felt safe walking alone at night. While 71% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Greeley a Safe Place to Live?

Is Greeley a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Greeley has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 61%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 11.21 daily incidents, encompassing 1.74 violent crimes and 9.47 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Greeley as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Greeley Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Greeley has increased by 12.3% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Greeley 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 increased by 7.8%, while property crime has increased by 13.1%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Greeley.

Potential Causes for Crime in Greeley

In Greeley, the current unemployment rate stands at 3.6%, diverging from the national average of 4.7%. The availability of job opportunities is a pivotal factor influencing unemployment and underemployment rates. Communities where individuals contend with limited employment prospects or a preponderance of low-wage positions may witness elevated rates of joblessness and income inadequacy, which can contribute to heightened crime levels driven by financial insecurity. Conversely, areas characterized by robust employment rates often experience a reduction in overall Greeley crime rates.

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Greeley crime rates. For instance, in Greeley, the population density stands at 2195.7 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Greeley, the average monthly rent stands at $1,063, while the national average is $949 per month.

Greeley crime map

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

Greeley crime rates are 61% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Greeley are 57% higher than the national average
In Greeley you have a 1 in 27 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Greeley is safer than 12% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Greeley has increased by 14%

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Daily Crime In Greeley (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Greeley, CO per 100,000 people. In Greeley, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.03 times more than the Colorado average and 1.61 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Greeley is 1.18 times more than the Colorado average and 1.57 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Greeley has a daily crime rate that is 1.00 times more than the Colorado average and 1.62 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Greeley (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Greeley in comparison to other Colorado communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Greeley safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Greeley being safer than 18% of cities in Colorado and 12% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Colorado cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Greeley. In conclusion, Greeley ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Greeley

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Greeley is 1 in 172

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Greeley is 1 in 32

The chance of being a victim of crime in Greeley is 1 in 27

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Greeley, Colorado? If you reside in Greeley, then there is a 1 in 172 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 32. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 27 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Greeley.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Greeley is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Greeley has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 9% in Greeley, while property crimes in Greeley have increased by 15%. Total crime has increased by 14% year over year.

Greeley police department

Item	Greeley	Colorado	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	250	9,049	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.6	9.6	3.3

There are a total of 250 Greeley police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 72.8% less than the Colorado average and 20.1% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Colorado

State	Total offenders	Colorado_/100K	National_/100K
Colorado	11,204	251	266

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, CO	2,153	69	206	275
Severance, CO	5,611	104	173	276
Milliken, CO	7,862	22	414	436
Windsor, CO	23,679	29	574	603
Eaton, CO	5,646	170	933	1,102
Platteville, CO	3,017	76	1,145	1,221
Timnath, CO	1,916	66	1,247	1,313
Greeley, CO	107,445	582	3,162	3,744

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Daly City, CA	107,197	355	2,142	2,497
Lewisville, TX	107,740	294	2,206	2,500
Meridian, ID	107,787	140	631	771
Waterbury, CT	107,841	390	2,874	3,264
Highlands Ranch, CO	107,017	327	2,092	2,419
Greeley, CO	107,445	582	3,162	3,744

Source: The Greeley, 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.