B-
25%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
28%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
24%
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 peopleWalhalla/100k peopleSouth Carolina/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime72n/a (estimate)1,7472,8002,324
Murder1n/a24.311.26.3
Rape1n/a24.338.240.0
Robbery2n/a48.540.666.1
Assault7n/a169.9401.3268.2
Violent crime11n/a (estimate)267491370
Burglary8n/a194.1352.7269.8
Theft48n/a1,164.81,706.31,401.9
Vehicle theft5n/a121.3249.2282.7
Property crime61n/a (estimate)1,4802,3081,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Walhalla, SC

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Walhalla crime rate is lower than the national average by 24.8%. Specifically, there were 11 violent crimes in Walhalla, equivalent to 267 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 27.8%. Furthermore, Walhalla recorded 61 property crimes, amounting to 1480 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 24.3%.

While murder rates in the United States have generally declined since 1990, recent years have seen an unfortunate uptick. Walhalla stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates among cities reporting crime data. In Walhalla, a total of 1 murders were reported, equating to 24 murders per 100,000 residents. This statistic underscores the challenges facing the area in terms of severe violent crime and the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and security within the community.

Is Walhalla a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Walhalla, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Walhalla presents a total crime rate that is 25% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Walhalla experiences an average of 0.2 daily crimes, comprising 0.03 violent incidents and 0.17 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Walhalla Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Walhalla crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Walhalla has increased by 38.5% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 266.7% and property crime has increased by 24.5%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Walhalla

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Walhalla currently has an unemployment rate of 7.9%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

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 Walhalla, the cost of living is 14.11% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

The median home price in Walhalla is $103,200, compared to the national average of $184,700. High housing costs can lead to financial stress for residents. When individuals struggle to make ends meet due to expensive housing, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities to address their financial difficulties, such as theft or fraud. Communities with stable housing environments tend to foster stronger social bonds and community engagement. This can lead to increased vigilance and cooperation among residents, which can deter criminal behavior.

Walhalla crime map



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

      • Walhalla crime rates are 25% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Walhalla are 28% lower than the national average
      • In Walhalla you have a 1 in 58 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Walhalla is safer than 43% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Walhalla has increased by 51%

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        Daily Crime In Walhalla (per 100,000 people)

        The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Walhalla, per 100,000 residents. In Walhalla, the total number of daily crimes is 1.60 times less than the South Carolina average and 1.33 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Walhalla are 1.84 times less than the South Carolina average and 1.39 times less than the national average. For property crime, Walhalla has a daily crime rate that is 1.56 times less than the South Carolina average and 1.32 times less than the daily national average.

        How Safe is Walhalla (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in South Carolina and all other cities across the US, is Walhalla safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Walhalla is safer than 76% of other cities in the state of South Carolina. In addition, Walhalla is safer than 43% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all South Carolina and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Walhalla. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Walhalla is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Walhalla

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Walhalla is 1 in 375
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Walhalla is 1 in 68
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Walhalla is 1 in 58
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Walhalla, South Carolina? If you reside in Walhalla, then there is a 1 in 375 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 68. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 58 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Walhalla.

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

        A good indicator of whether Walhalla 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 Walhalla has increased by 299%, while the property crime rate in Walhalla has increased by 35% year over year. The number of total crimes in Walhalla has increased by 51% year over year.

        Walhalla police department

        Item Walhalla South Carolina National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)165,812558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.75.13.3
        There are a total of 16 Walhalla police officers. This results in 3.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 26.8% less than the South Carolina average and 14.1% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in South Carolina

        State Total offenders South Carolina /100K National /100K
        South Carolina15,193377266
        There are a total of 15,193 sex offenders in South Carolina. This yields a total of 377 sex offenders in South Carolina per 100,000 residents which is 42% 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
        Utica, SC1,7612481,1661,414
        Clemson, SC16,9172261,9482,173
        Salem, SC17502,4792,479
        Six Mile, SC9604502,1172,568
        Seneca, SC8,4246582,1422,800
        West Union, SC3196643,1213,784
        Westminster, SC2,5435484,0024,549
        Walhalla, SC4,3772671,4801,747

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        Archbold, OH4,3791781,1601,338
        South Hill, VA4,3755704,0954,665
        La Joya, TX4,374471514986
        Hampden, ME4,37313496509
        Boalsburg, PA4,381114604718
        Walhalla, SC4,3772671,4801,747
        Source: The Walhalla, SC 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.