Manistee, MI Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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26%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

27%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

36%

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}	Manistee_{/100k people}	Michigan_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	185	n/a (estimate)	2,920	1,998	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	15.8	6.9	6.3
Rape	7	n/a	110.5	64.8	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	36.6	66.1
Assault	9	n/a	142.1	352.7	268.2
Violent crime	17	n/a (estimate)	268	461	370
Burglary	16	n/a	252.6	214.3	269.8
Theft	145	n/a	2,288.9	1,055.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	7	n/a	110.5	267.2	282.7
Property crime	168	n/a (estimate)	2,652	1,537	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Manistee, MI

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 Manistee crime rate is higher than the national average by 25.7%. Specifically, there were 17 violent crimes in Manistee, equivalent to 268 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 27.4%. Furthermore, Manistee recorded 168 property crimes, amounting to 2652 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 35.7%.

Although murder rates are essentially half of what they used to be 30+ years ago, some cities still struggle with higher rates than others. Manistee is one of those cities. In the last reported crime year, there were a total of 1 murders in Manistee, which equates to 16 murders per 100,000 people. This results in Manistee being a very dangerous place to live.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Manistee?

What do the local residents think about crime in Manistee? Well, based on a recent survey of 11 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 45% of Manistee residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 55% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Manistee a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Manistee is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Manistee has a total crime rate that is 26% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.51 daily crimes (0.05 violent daily crimes and 0.46 daily property crimes) in Manistee.

Has Crime in Manistee 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 Manistee 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 Manistee has increased by 137.2% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 6.3% and property crime has increased by 171%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Manistee

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 Manistee, 86.8% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

Manistee has a ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents that differs from the national norm, with 1.93 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to 3.25 nationwide. Crime rates are profoundly influenced by the effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing endeavors. A resilient and cooperative partnership between law enforcement agencies and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, ultimately enhancing safety. The efficacy of law enforcement extends beyond mere numbers and extends into the realm of community policing strategies, emphasizing the cultivation of trust and collaboration between officers and the community. It is not merely a matter of quantity but the quality of engagement with the community that matters most.

In Manistee, the median home price stands at $116,000, diverging from the national average of $184,700. Elevated housing costs often induce financial strain among residents. When individuals grapple with the challenges of affording housing, they may find themselves compelled to resort to criminal activities as a means of addressing their financial hardships, including acts like theft or fraud. This predicament is particularly pronounced in areas where housing affordability poses a persistent issue, giving rise to heightened concerns regarding crime. In such instances, some individuals and families may find themselves constrained to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, exacerbating stress levels and potentially fostering domestic disputes and associated criminal incidents.

Manistee crime map

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

Manistee crime rates are 26% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Manistee are 27% lower than the national average
In Manistee you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Manistee is safer than 32% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Manistee has increased by 131%

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Daily Crime In Manistee (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Manistee, MI per 100,000 people. In Manistee, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.46 times more than the Michigan average and 1.26 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Manistee is 1.72 times less than the Michigan average and 1.38 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Manistee has a daily crime rate that is 1.73 times more than the Michigan average and 1.36 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Manistee (higher is better)

How safe is Manistee, Michigan compared to other cities in Michigan and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Manistee is safer than 28% of the cities in Michigan and 32% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Michigan and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Manistee. Overall, Manistee is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Manistee

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Manistee is 1 in 373

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Manistee is 1 in 38

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

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Manistee? If you reside in Manistee, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 373. 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 Manistee, is 1 in 35.

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

Determining whether Manistee is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Manistee violent crime rates have increased by 3%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 163% year over year. Total crimes for Manistee has increased by 130% in the same time frame.

Manistee police department

Item	Manistee	Michigan	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	12	10,515	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.9	2.1	3.3

There are a total of 12 Manistee police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 6.8% less than the Michigan average and 40.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Michigan

State	Total offenders	Michigan_/100K	National_/100K
Michigan	40,460	414	266

There are a total of 40,460 sex offenders in Michigan. This yields a total of 414 sex offenders in Michigan per 100,000 residents which is 56% 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}
Onekama, MI	380	536	1,787	2,323
Parkdale, MI	744	585	1,949	2,534
Oak Hill, MI	577	610	2,035	2,646
Free Soil, MI	99	617	2,056	2,673
Eastlake, MI	376	633	2,112	2,745
Fountain, MI	216	663	2,211	2,874
Filer City, MI	67	667	2,223	2,890
Manistee, MI	6,116	268	2,652	2,920

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Thompson's Station, TN	6,116	118	438	557
Corcoran, MN	6,113	27	343	370
Foxborough, MA	6,119	248	674	922
Edgewood, NM	6,113	261	1,812	2,073
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM	6,120	254	970	1,224
Manistee, MI	6,116	268	2,652	2,920

Source: The Manistee, MI 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.