Fairview, MT Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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9%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

32%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

4%

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.

Fairview crime rates are not available from the FBI crime report. The FBI's uniform crime reporting program (UCR), gathers data from more than 18,000 law enforcement agencies. The agencies include city, university, college, county, state, tribal and federal law enforcement agencies. When combined, they represent approximately 309 million American residents, or a 98% coverage rate of large metropolitan areas. This does result in approximately 20 million people who live in areas where the FBI does not provide crime reports. These areas tend to be smaller towns, villages or suburbs. Given that Fairview crime stats are not covered by the FBI crime reports, either data from local enforcement agencies is applied or estimates are calculated based on demographic data including, but not limited to: home prices, income per capita, poverty rates, unemployment rates, educational achievement and population density. The Fairview crime estimates should be used at your own risk. Please be aware that the data displayed above is estimated and not officially reported by any agency. The Fairview crime map can also be used to view a visual display of crimes committed on a block group level.
Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Fairview_{/100k people}	Montana_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	0	n/a (estimate)	2,479 (estimate)	2,276	2,281
Murder	n/a	n/a	n/a	2.8	5.7
Rape	n/a	n/a	n/a	54.4	38.0
Robbery	n/a	n/a	n/a	24.1	66.5
Assault	n/a	n/a	n/a	360.7	264.1
Violent crime	n/a	n/a (estimate)	481 (estimate)	442	364
Burglary	n/a	n/a	n/a	170.3	250.7
Theft	n/a	n/a	n/a	1,472.3	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	n/a	n/a	n/a	191.1	318.7
Property crime	n/a	n/a (estimate)	1,997 (estimate)	1,834	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Fairview, MT

The Fairview crime rates are 24.8% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 3 violent crimes in Fairview (350 per 100,000 people), which is 5.5% lower than the national average and there were a total of 12 property crimes (1399 per 100,000 residents) which is 28.4% lower than average.

The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Fairview is very close to the national average of all cities that reported crime. Fairview reported 350 violent crimes, while the average of all cities was 370.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Fairview reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

Is Fairview a Safe Place to Live?

Is Fairview 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, Fairview has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 25%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.04 daily incidents, encompassing 0.01 violent crimes and 0.03 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Fairview as a potential place to call home.

Potential Causes for Crime in Fairview

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. Fairview currently has an unemployment rate of 7.4%, 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.

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 Fairview, 80% 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 Fairview, the cost of living is 4.29% lower than the national average.

Fairview crime map

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

Fairview crime rates are 9% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Fairview are 32% higher than the national average
In Fairview you have a 1 in 41 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Fairview is safer than 36% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Fairview has increased by 42%

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Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Fairview

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Fairview is 1 in 208

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Fairview is 1 in 51

The chance of being a victim of crime in Fairview is 1 in 41

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

Fairview police department

Item	Fairview	Montana	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	n/a	872	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	n/a	3.3

Sex offenders in Montana

State	Total offenders	Montana_/100K	National_/100K
Montana	2,923	291	266

There are a total of 2,923 sex offenders in Montana. This yields a total of 291 sex offenders in Montana per 100,000 residents which is 9% 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}
Sidney, MT	6,351	544	577	1,120
Fairview, MT	985	481	1,997	2,479

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Pickensville, AL	985	423	1,779	2,202
Hayneville, AL	985	0	655	655
Wisner, LA	985	763	3,661	4,423
Inwood, IA	985	301	1,550	1,852
Luxora, AR	985	114	572	686
Fairview, MT	985	481	1,997	2,479

Source: The Fairview, MT 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.