Wenatchee, WA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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29%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

35%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

42%

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}	Wenatchee_{/100k people}	Washington_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,067	n/a (estimate)	3,009	3,732	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	5.6	5.0	6.3
Rape	17	n/a	47.9	39.2	40.0
Robbery	9	n/a	25.4	86.8	66.1
Assault	57	n/a	160.7	244.7	268.2
Violent crime	85	n/a (estimate)	240	376	370
Burglary	154	n/a	434.3	563.0	269.8
Theft	733	n/a	2,067.0	2,154.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	95	n/a	267.9	639.3	282.7
Property crime	982	n/a (estimate)	2,769	3,356	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Wenatchee, WA

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 Wenatchee is 29.5% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 85 violent crimes reported in Wenatchee, equivalent to 240 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 35.2%. Additionally, Wenatchee recorded 982 property crimes, amounting to 2769 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 41.7%.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Wenatchee?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Wenatchee. Based on the results of the surveys (13 responses), 38% of people felt that there was very little crime in Wenatchee and felt safe walking alone at night. While 62% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Wenatchee a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Wenatchee 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. Wenatchee has a total crime rate that is 29% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 2.92 daily crimes (0.23 violent daily crimes and 2.69 daily property crimes) in Wenatchee.

Has Crime in Wenatchee Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Wenatchee has increased by 14.6%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Wenatchee, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 44.1%, while property crime has increased by 12.6%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Wenatchee is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Wenatchee

Wenatchee reports an unemployment rate of 2.2%, 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 Wenatchee crime rates.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Wenatchee, 77% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

In Wenatchee, the ratio of police officers and civilians stands at 1.38 per 1,000 residents, contrasting with the national average of 3.25. This discrepancy highlights the potential impact of law enforcement and community policing on crime rates. The strength of their collaboration can serve as a deterrent to criminal behavior, fostering a safer environment. Effective law enforcement leans heavily on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and cooperation between police and residents. It's essential to recognize that the effectiveness of these efforts isn't solely tied to the quantity of officers but also hinges on the quality of their engagement with the community.

Wenatchee crime map

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

Wenatchee crime rates are 29% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Wenatchee are 35% lower than the national average
In Wenatchee you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Wenatchee is safer than 34% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Wenatchee has increased by 11%

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Daily Crime In Wenatchee (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Wenatchee 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 Wenatchee (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Washington, are 1.24 times less than the state average and 1.29 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Wenatchee on a daily basis are 1.57 times less than than Washington average and 1.54 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Wenatchee are 1.21 times less than the daily state average and 1.42 times more than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Wenatchee (higher is better)

How safe is Wenatchee, Washington compared to other cities in Washington and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Wenatchee is safer than 44% of the cities in Washington and 34% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Washington and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Wenatchee. Overall, Wenatchee is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Wenatchee

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Wenatchee is 1 in 418

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Wenatchee is 1 in 37

The chance of being a victim of crime in Wenatchee is 1 in 34

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Wenatchee? In Wenatchee, you have a 1 in 418 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 37. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Wenatchee, WA is 1 in 34.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Wenatchee is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Wenatchee has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 40% in Wenatchee, while property crimes in Wenatchee have increased by 9%. Total crime has increased by 11% year over year.

Wenatchee police department

Item	Wenatchee	Washington	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	45	8,169	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.4	2.2	3.3

There are a total of 45 Wenatchee police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 36.5% less than the Washington average and 57.7% 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}
Sunnyslope, WA	3,761	118	1,056	1,174
South Wenatchee, WA	1,351	185	1,650	1,834
East Wenatchee, WA	14,012	140	2,064	2,205
Cashmere, WA	3,148	229	2,040	2,268
Rock Island, WA	1,240	554	4,946	5,500
Wenatchee, WA	34,249	240	2,769	3,009

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Torrington, CT	34,259	54	1,054	1,108
Adelanto, CA	34,238	896	935	1,832
Butte-Silver Bow, MT	34,263	538	2,470	3,009
Kennesaw, GA	34,232	194	998	1,192
Chillum, MD	34,230	551	2,263	2,814
Wenatchee, WA	34,249	240	2,769	3,009

Source: The Wenatchee, 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.