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38%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
45%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
36%
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 peopleWinnemucca/100k peopleNevada/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime281n/a (estimate)3,2022,8342,324
Murder2n/a22.86.86.3
Rape7n/a79.858.940.0
Robbery3n/a34.286.166.1
Assault35n/a398.9302.3268.2
Violent crime47n/a (estimate)536454370
Burglary60n/a683.8436.1269.8
Theft135n/a1,538.51,453.51,401.9
Vehicle theft39n/a444.4490.5282.7
Property crime234n/a (estimate)2,6672,3801,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Winnemucca, NV

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 Winnemucca crime rate is higher than the national average by 37.8%. Specifically, there were 47 violent crimes in Winnemucca, equivalent to 536 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 44.8%. Furthermore, Winnemucca recorded 234 property crimes, amounting to 2667 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 36.4%.

Despite a steady decline in murder rates in the United States since 1990, recent years have witnessed an unfortunate uptick. Winnemucca stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates, surpassing other cities that reported crime. In Winnemucca, there were a total of 2 murders, translating to 23 murders per 100,000 people, underscoring the pressing need for continued efforts to address and reduce severe violent crime in the area.

Recently, vehicle thefts have seen an upward trend across the United States, and Winnemucca ranks among the cities with the highest vehicle theft rates in the country. Last year, there were 39 vehicle thefts, amounting to 444 stolen vehicles per 100,000 residents. This places Winnemucca within the worst 10% of all cities, indicating that 90% of cities fare better in terms of vehicle theft rates. The likelihood of your vehicle being stolen stands at 1 in 226.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Winnemucca?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Winnemucca residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 11 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 36% of Winnemucca residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 64% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Winnemucca a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Winnemucca 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 Winnemucca crime rate is 38% higher than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.77 crimes per day - 0.13 violent crimes and 0.64 property crimes.

Has Crime in Winnemucca 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 Winnemucca 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 Winnemucca has increased by 13.8% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 2.1% and property crime has increased by 17.6%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Winnemucca

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. Winnemucca currently has an unemployment rate of 2.7%, 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.

In Winnemucca, the cost of living is 1.92% lower than the national average. A substantial cost of living can burden residents, particularly those with constrained financial means. When individuals contend with steep housing expenses, grocery bills, utility costs, healthcare and essential needs that strain their budgets, they may turn to criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities characterized by a more affordable cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, which could potentially lead to decreased crime rates.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Winnemucca has a median home price of $238,500, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Winnemucca crime map



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

      • Winnemucca crime rates are 38% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Winnemucca are 45% higher than the national average
      • In Winnemucca you have a 1 in 32 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Winnemucca is safer than 15% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Winnemucca has increased by 2%

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        Daily Crime In Winnemucca (per 100,000 people)

        The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Winnemucca, per 100,000 residents. In Winnemucca, the total number of daily crimes is 1.13 times more than the Nevada average and 1.38 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Winnemucca are 1.18 times more than the Nevada average and 1.45 times more than the national average. For property crime, Winnemucca has a daily crime rate that is 1.12 times more than the Nevada average and 1.36 times more than the daily national average.

        How Safe is Winnemucca (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Nevada and all other cities across the US, is Winnemucca safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Winnemucca is safer than 17% of other cities in the state of Nevada. In addition, Winnemucca is safer than 15% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Nevada and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Winnemucca. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Winnemucca is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Winnemucca

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Winnemucca is 1 in 187
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Winnemucca is 1 in 38
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Winnemucca is 1 in 32
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Winnemucca? If you reside in Winnemucca, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 187. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 38 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Winnemucca, is 1 in 32.

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

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Winnemucca is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Winnemucca has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 13% in Winnemucca, while property crimes in Winnemucca have increased by 5%. Total crime has increased by 2% year over year.

        Winnemucca police department

        Item Winnemucca Nevada National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)216,127558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.82.73.3
        There are a total of 21 Winnemucca police officers. This results in 2.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 4.1% greater than the Nevada average and 14.9% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Nevada

        State Total offenders Nevada /100K National /100K
        Nevada8,163394266
        There are a total of 8,163 sex offenders in Nevada. This yields a total of 394 sex offenders in Nevada per 100,000 residents which is 48% 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
        Grass Valley, NV9675602,9363,497
        Winnemucca, NV7,7525362,6673,202

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Floris, VA7,75282595677
        Withamsville, OH7,7542271,3761,603
        Creston, IA7,7543501,1831,533
        Pomona, NJ7,7562231,5561,778
        Senatobia, MS7,7595311,7402,270
        Winnemucca, NV7,7525362,6673,202
        Source: The Winnemucca, NV 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.