Quincy, WA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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15%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

55%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

28%

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}	Quincy_{/100k people}	Washington_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	224	n/a (estimate)	2,663	3,732	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	11.9	5.0	6.3
Rape	4	n/a	47.5	39.2	40.0
Robbery	3	n/a	35.7	86.8	66.1
Assault	6	n/a	71.3	244.7	268.2
Violent crime	14	n/a (estimate)	166	376	370
Burglary	46	n/a	546.8	563.0	269.8
Theft	126	n/a	1,497.7	2,154.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	38	n/a	451.7	639.3	282.7
Property crime	210	n/a (estimate)	2,496	3,356	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Quincy, WA

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 Quincy crime rate is higher than the national average by 14.6%. Specifically, there were 14 violent crimes in Quincy, equivalent to 166 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 55%. Furthermore, Quincy recorded 210 property crimes, amounting to 2496 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 27.7%.

The Quincy crime rate is about average when compared to all the other cities across the U.S. per 100,000 residents. When we compared the total crimes (violent and property) in Quincy, we found that the reported crime rates were almost equal to the average of all other areas that reported crime.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Quincy ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Quincy, there were a total of 1 murders, translating to 12 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

The surge in vehicle thefts is a concerning trend across the United States, and Quincy is no exception, experiencing one of the nation's highest vehicle theft rates. Last year, Quincy reported a total of 38 vehicle thefts, resulting in 452 stolen vehicles per 100,000 people. This places the city in the lowest 10% tier among all cities, indicating that 90% of cities have less stolen vehicles. The probability of a vehicle being stolen stands at 1 in 222, underscoring the need for heightened vigilance and security measures.

Is Quincy a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Quincy, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Quincy presents a total crime rate that is 15% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Quincy experiences an average of 0.61 daily crimes, comprising 0.04 violent incidents and 0.58 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 Quincy Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Quincy has increased by 72.3%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Quincy, 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 27.3%, while property crime has increased by 76.5%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Quincy is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Quincy

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 Quincy, the cost of living is 5.88% lower than the national average.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Quincy has a median home price of $165,700, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Quincy, the average rental rates are $723 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Quincy crime map

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

Quincy crime rates are 15% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Quincy are 55% lower than the national average
In Quincy you have a 1 in 38 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Quincy is safer than 44% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Quincy has increased by 75%

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Daily Crime In Quincy (per 100,000 people)

The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Quincy, WA per 100,000 people. In Quincy, the total number of daily crimes is 1.40 times less than the Washington average and 1.15 times more than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Quincy is 2.26 times less than the Washington average and 2.22 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Quincy has a daily crime rate that is 1.34 times less than the Washington average and 1.28 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Quincy (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Quincy in comparison to other Washington communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Quincy safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Quincy being safer than 57% of cities in Washington and 44% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Washington cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Quincy. In conclusion, Quincy ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Quincy

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Quincy is 1 in 601

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Quincy is 1 in 41

The chance of being a victim of crime in Quincy is 1 in 38

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Quincy, Washington you have a 1 in 601 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 41 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 38 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Quincy.

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

Determining whether Quincy is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Quincy violent crime rates have increased by 30%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 80% year over year. Total crimes for Quincy has increased by 75% in the same time frame.

Quincy police department

Item	Quincy	Washington	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	20	8,169	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.9	2.2	3.3

There are a total of 20 Quincy police officers. This results in 2.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 32.1% greater than the Washington average and 11.9% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Washington

State	Total offenders	Washington_/100K	National_/100K
Washington	6,688	107	266

There are a total of 6,688 sex offenders in Washington. This yields a total of 107 sex offenders in Washington per 100,000 residents which is 60% 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}
Ephrata, WA	8,081	236	5,080	5,316
Rock Island, WA	1,240	554	4,946	5,500
George, WA	823	605	5,404	6,010
Quincy, WA	7,815	166	2,496	2,663

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Richfield, UT	7,813	179	3,031	3,210
Joshua, TX	7,818	279	872	1,151
Ashland, VA	7,819	574	2,193	2,767
York, NE	7,810	207	974	1,181
Centerville, GA	7,821	134	1,312	1,446
Quincy, WA	7,815	166	2,496	2,663

Source: The Quincy, WA 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.