Bentonville, AR Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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41%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

33%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

43%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Bentonville_{/100k people}	Arkansas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	796	n/a (estimate)	1,339	2,849	2,281
Murder	1	n/a	1.7	9.4	5.7
Rape	29	n/a	48.8	72.3	38.0
Robbery	2	n/a	3.4	37.6	66.5
Assault	113	n/a	190.0	500.5	264.1
Violent crime	145	n/a (estimate)	244	620	364
Burglary	87	n/a	146.3	408.1	250.7
Theft	524	n/a	881.2	1,602.7	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	40	n/a	67.3	218.2	318.7
Property crime	651	n/a (estimate)	1,095	2,229	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Bentonville, AR

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Bentonville crime rate is 36.1% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Bentonville, there were 188 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 319 per 100,000 individuals, 13.6% lower than the national average. Additionally, Bentonville recorded 686 property crimes, amounting to 1165 per 100,000 residents, 40.4% lower than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Bentonville?

AreaVibes surveyed 26 local residents in Bentonville to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 81% of people answered that there was very little crime in Bentonville and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 19% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Bentonville a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Bentonville, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Bentonville presents a total crime rate that is 36% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Bentonville experiences an average of 2.39 daily crimes, comprising 0.52 violent incidents and 1.88 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 Bentonville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Bentonville. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Bentonville has decreased by 1.6%. Violent crimes have increased by 13.3%, while property crimes have decreased by 5%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Bentonville

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Bentonville, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 1.8%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Bentonville has a population density of 1529.2 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Bentonville crime rates.

Law enforcement and community policing efforts can play a pivotal role in shaping crime rates. Establishing a robust and cooperative partnership between the police and the community can act as a deterrent to criminal behavior and enhance overall safety. In Bentonville, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents differs from the national average, with 2.36 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents compared to 3.25 nationally. Effective law enforcement often hinges on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and collaboration between law enforcement and the community. It's not solely about the quantity of officers but also the quality of their engagement with the community.

Bentonville crime map

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

Bentonville crime rates are 41% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Bentonville are 33% lower than the national average
In Bentonville you have a 1 in 75 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Bentonville is safer than 42% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Bentonville has decreased by 10%

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Daily Crime In Bentonville (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Bentonville on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Arkansas and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Bentonville (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Arkansas, are 2.13 times less than the state average and 1.70 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Bentonville on a daily basis are 2.54 times less than than Arkansas average and 1.49 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Bentonville are 2.04 times less than the daily state average and 1.75 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Bentonville (higher is better)

How safe is Bentonville, Arkansas compared to other cities in Arkansas and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Bentonville is safer than 64% of the cities in Arkansas and 42% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Arkansas and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Bentonville. Overall, Bentonville is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Bentonville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Bentonville is 1 in 411

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Bentonville is 1 in 92

The chance of being a victim of crime in Bentonville is 1 in 75

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Bentonville? If you reside in Bentonville, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 411. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 92 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 Bentonville, is 1 in 75.

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

An ideal indicator of whether Bentonville 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 Bentonville has decreased by 24% and the rate of property crime in Bentonville has decreased by 6%. The total crime rate in Bentonville has decreased by 10% year to year.

Bentonville police department

Item	Bentonville	Arkansas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	86	5,164	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.4	2.9	3.3

There are a total of 86 Bentonville police officers. This results in 2.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 19.9% less than the Arkansas average and 27.4% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Arkansas

State	Total offenders	Arkansas_/100K	National_/100K
Arkansas	8,875	323	266

There are a total of 8,875 sex offenders in Arkansas. This yields a total of 323 sex offenders in Arkansas per 100,000 residents which is 21% 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}
Highfill, AR	1,383	239	40	279
Cave Springs, AR	4,859	32	302	334
Elm Springs, AR	2,442	97	350	447
Prairie Creek, AR	2,176	97	350	447
Gentry, AR	3,963	204	250	454
Bella Vista, AR	28,819	148	381	529
Centerton, AR	15,345	226	367	594
Bentonville, AR	52,070	244	1,095	1,339

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City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Placentia, CA	52,049	267	1,857	2,124
Oak Park, IL	52,102	298	3,332	3,630
Queen Creek, AZ	52,162	121	849	969
Edina, MN	52,215	81	1,799	1,880
Olympia, WA	52,290	573	3,817	4,390
Bentonville, AR	52,070	244	1,095	1,339

Source: The Bentonville, AR crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. 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.