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46%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
31%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
48%
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 peopleAnderson/100k peopleIndiana/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime1,861n/a (estimate)3,3861,8502,324
Murder7n/a12.76.26.3
Rape52n/a94.632.840.0
Robbery59n/a107.343.066.1
Assault149n/a271.1224.2268.2
Violent crime267n/a (estimate)486306370
Burglary242n/a440.3226.1269.8
Theft1,101n/a2,003.11,118.61,401.9
Vehicle theft251n/a456.7199.4282.7
Property crime1,594n/a (estimate)2,9001,5441,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Anderson, IN

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 Anderson is 45.7% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 267 violent crimes reported in Anderson, equivalent to 486 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 31.4%. Additionally, Anderson recorded 1594 property crimes, amounting to 2900 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 48.4%.

Although murder rates are essentially half of what they used to be 30+ years ago, some cities still struggle with higher rates than others. Anderson is one of those cities. In the last reported crime year, there were a total of 7 murders in Anderson, which equates to 13 murders per 100,000 people. This results in Anderson being a very dangerous place to live.

Vehicle thefts across all of America are on the rise and Anderson has one of the highest vehicle theft rates in the country. In the most recent crime report, Anderson reported 251 vehicle thefts, which equates to 457 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 Anderson is 1 in 219.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Anderson?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Anderson. Based on the results of the surveys (43 responses), 23% of people felt that there was very little crime in Anderson and felt safe walking alone at night. While 77% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Anderson a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether Anderson is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, Anderson has an overall crime rate that is 46% higher than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 5.1 daily occurrences, comprising 0.73 violent crimes and 4.37 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Anderson as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in Anderson Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Anderson has increased by 17.8% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Anderson 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 20.8%, while property crime has increased by 17.3%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Anderson.

Potential Causes for Crime in Anderson

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 Anderson crime rates. For instance, in Anderson, the population density stands at 1309.6 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Anderson, 77.3% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Anderson, the cost of living is 15.78% lower than the national average.

Anderson crime map



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

      • Anderson crime rates are 46% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Anderson are 31% higher than the national average
      • In Anderson you have a 1 in 30 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Anderson is safer than 16% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Anderson has increased by 17%

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        Daily Crime In Anderson (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Anderson, IN per 100,000 people. In Anderson, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.83 times more than the Indiana average and 1.46 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Anderson is 1.59 times more than the Indiana average and 1.31 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Anderson has a daily crime rate that is 1.88 times more than the Indiana average and 1.48 times more than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Anderson (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Indiana and all other cities across the US, is Anderson safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Anderson is safer than 8% of other cities in the state of Indiana. In addition, Anderson is safer than 16% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Indiana and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Anderson. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Anderson is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Anderson

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Anderson is 1 in 206
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Anderson is 1 in 35
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Anderson is 1 in 30
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Anderson, Indiana you have a 1 in 206 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 30 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Anderson.

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

        An ideal indicator of whether Anderson is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Anderson has increased by 20% and the rate of property crime in Anderson has increased by 16%. The total crime rate in Anderson has increased by 17% year to year.

        Anderson police department

        Item Anderson Indiana National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)1258,766558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.22.43.3
        There are a total of 125 Anderson police officers. This results in 2.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 5.7% less than the Indiana average and 31.5% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Indiana

        State Total offenders Indiana /100K National /100K
        Indiana12,315198266
        There are a total of 12,315 sex offenders in Indiana. This yields a total of 198 sex offenders in Indiana per 100,000 residents which is 26% 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
        Pendleton, IN4,42940181221
        Edgewood, IN2,050112563674
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        River Forest, IN8124624747
        Woodlawn Heights, IN88124624747
        Lapel, IN2,379125631756
        Frankton, IN2,107131661792
        Anderson, IN54,4764862,9003,386

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        Anderson, IN54,4764862,9003,386
        Source: The Anderson, IN 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.