Heber, UT Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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61%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

74%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

59%

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}	Heber_{/100k people}	Utah_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	160	n/a (estimate)	906	2,137	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	5.7	2.0	6.3
Rape	5	n/a	28.3	59.5	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	29.6	66.1
Assault	11	n/a	62.3	150.7	268.2
Violent crime	17	n/a (estimate)	96	242	370
Burglary	13	n/a	73.6	201.7	269.8
Theft	123	n/a	696.5	1,485.1	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	7	n/a	39.6	208.4	282.7
Property crime	143	n/a (estimate)	810	1,895	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Heber, UT

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Heber is 61% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 17 violent crimes reported in Heber, equivalent to 96 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 74%. Additionally, Heber recorded 143 property crimes, amounting to 810 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 58.6%.

Heber stands out with one of the lowest violent crime rates in the United States. Reporting only 96 violent crimes per 100,000 people, Heber 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 Heber?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Heber. Based on the results of the surveys (7 responses), 86% of people felt that there was very little crime in Heber and felt safe walking alone at night. While 14% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Heber a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Heber a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Heber crime rate is 61% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.44 crimes per day - 0.05 violent crimes and 0.39 property crimes.

Has Crime in Heber Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Heber has decreased by 31.9% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Heber 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 88.9%, while property crime has decreased by 36.7%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Heber.

Potential Causes for Crime in Heber

In Heber, the current unemployment rate stands at 2%, 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 Heber crime rates.

In Heber, 87.2% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Heber, the cost of living is 12.99% higher than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Heber crime map

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

Heber crime rates are 61% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Heber are 74% lower than the national average
In Heber you have a 1 in 111 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Heber is safer than 76% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Heber has decreased by 29%

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Daily Crime In Heber (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Heber on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Utah and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Heber (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Utah, are 2.36 times less than the state average and 2.57 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Heber on a daily basis are 2.51 times less than than Utah average and 3.84 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Heber are 2.34 times less than the daily state average and 2.41 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Heber (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Heber in comparison to other Utah communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Heber safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Heber being safer than 74% of cities in Utah and 76% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Utah cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Heber. In conclusion, Heber ranks above average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Heber

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Heber is 1 in 1039

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Heber is 1 in 124

The chance of being a victim of crime in Heber is 1 in 111

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Heber? In Heber, you have a 1 in 1039 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 124. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Heber, UT is 1 in 111.

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

Determining whether Heber is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Heber violent crime rates have increased by 96%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 34% year over year. Total crimes for Heber has decreased by 29% in the same time frame.

Heber police department

Item	Heber	Utah	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	18	3,469	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.5	2.4	3.3

There are a total of 18 Heber police officers. This results in 1.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 36% less than the Utah average and 53.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Utah

State	Total offenders	Utah_/100K	National_/100K
Utah	8,736	362	266

There are a total of 8,736 sex offenders in Utah. This yields a total of 362 sex offenders in Utah per 100,000 residents which is 36% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Daniel, UT	1,147	46	360	406
Francis, UT	1,364	59	466	525
Oakley, UT	1,600	71	555	626
Midway, UT	5,210	76	593	669
Snyderville, UT	5,995	79	616	695
Hideout, UT	989	98	766	863
Alta, UT	396	98	766	863
Heber, UT	16,362	96	810	906

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Adelphi, MD	16,364	485	1,991	2,475
Red Wing, MN	16,366	283	2,517	2,800
Lake St. Louis, MO	16,357	112	930	1,042
Cañon City, CO	16,369	472	2,832	3,305
Dyersburg, TN	16,371	1,145	5,010	6,155
Heber, UT	16,362	96	810	906

Source: The Heber, UT 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.