Erie, PA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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24%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

64%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

16%

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}	Erie_{/100k people}	Pennsylvania_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	2,681	n/a (estimate)	2,872	1,762	2,324
Murder	5	n/a	5.4	7.9	6.3
Rape	49	n/a	52.5	29.5	40.0
Robbery	86	n/a	92.1	68.1	66.1
Assault	427	n/a	457.4	174.5	268.2
Violent crime	567	n/a (estimate)	607	280	370
Burglary	280	n/a	299.9	148.2	269.8
Theft	1,719	n/a	1,841.2	1,171.2	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	115	n/a	123.2	163.0	282.7
Property crime	2,114	n/a (estimate)	2,264	1,483	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Erie, PA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Erie crime rate is 23.6% higher 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 Erie, there were 567 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 607 per 100,000 individuals, 64.2% higher than the national average. Additionally, Erie recorded 2114 property crimes, amounting to 2264 per 100,000 residents, 15.9% higher than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Erie?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Erie residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 82 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 30% of Erie 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, 70% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Erie a Safe Place to Live?

Is Erie a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Erie has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 24%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 7.35 daily incidents, encompassing 1.55 violent crimes and 5.79 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Erie as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Erie Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Erie has increased by 16.9%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Erie, 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 19.1%, while property crime has increased by 16.4%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Erie is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Erie

Erie has a poverty rate that stands at 25.1, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in Erie crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

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 Erie, 80.7% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, 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 Erie, the cost of living is 14.36% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Erie crime map

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

Erie crime rates are 24% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Erie are 64% higher than the national average
In Erie you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Erie is safer than 14% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Erie has increased by 20%

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Daily Crime In Erie (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Erie, Pennsylvania is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Erie are 1.63 times more than the Pennsylvania average and 1.24 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Erie are 2.17 times more than than Pennsylvania and 1.64 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Erie are 1.53 times more than than Pennsylvania and 1.16 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Erie (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Erie in comparison to other Pennsylvania communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Erie safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Erie being safer than 6% of cities in Pennsylvania and 14% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Pennsylvania cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Erie. In conclusion, Erie ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Erie

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Erie is 1 in 165

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Erie is 1 in 45

The chance of being a victim of crime in Erie is 1 in 35

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Erie? If you reside in Erie, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 165. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 45 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 Erie, is 1 in 35.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Erie is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Erie has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 22% in Erie, while property crimes in Erie have increased by 19%. Total crime has increased by 20% year over year.

Erie police department

Item	Erie	Pennsylvania	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	199	14,701	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.0	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 199 Erie police officers. This results in 2.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 6.9% greater than the Pennsylvania average and 40% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Pennsylvania

State	Total offenders	Pennsylvania_/100K	National_/100K
Pennsylvania	21,558	176	266

There are a total of 21,558 sex offenders in Pennsylvania. This yields a total of 176 sex offenders in Pennsylvania per 100,000 residents which is 34% 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}
Avonia, PA	1,496	77	407	484
Fairview, PA	2,786	123	649	772
Waterford, PA	1,273	126	665	790
Lake City, PA	2,890	146	771	917
Girard, PA	2,950	159	840	998
Lawrence Park, PA	3,780	173	914	1,087
Wesleyville, PA	3,147	187	987	1,174
Erie, PA	96,616	607	2,264	2,872

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Federal Way, WA	96,812	550	5,252	5,802
Nampa, ID	96,825	352	1,267	1,619
Albany, NY	96,860	930	3,782	4,711
San Marcos, CA	96,219	217	1,061	1,278
Bend, OR	97,032	151	1,586	1,737
Erie, PA	96,616	607	2,264	2,872

Source: The Erie, PA 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.