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8%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
32%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
15%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleWarren/100k peopleMichigan/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime2,944n/a (estimate)2,1471,9982,324
Murder5n/a3.66.96.3
Rape79n/a57.664.840.0
Robbery56n/a40.836.666.1
Assault530n/a386.5352.7268.2
Violent crime670n/a (estimate)489461370
Burglary295n/a215.1214.3269.8
Theft1,519n/a1,107.61,055.31,401.9
Vehicle theft460n/a335.4267.2282.7
Property crime2,274n/a (estimate)1,6581,5371,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Warren, 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 Warren crime rate is lower than the national average by 7.6%. Specifically, there were 670 violent crimes in Warren, equivalent to 489 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 32.1%. Furthermore, Warren recorded 2274 property crimes, amounting to 1658 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 15.2%.

When assessing the total crime rate in Warren per 100,000 people, it stands in the median range among all cities with reported crime data. Our analysis of total incidents, encompassing both violent and property crimes within Warren, underscores the close alignment of reported crime rates with the national average as reported by other areas.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Warren?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Warren residents. Out of the respondents (44 in total), 45% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Warren were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 55% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Warren a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Warren, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Warren presents a total crime rate that is 8% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Warren experiences an average of 8.07 daily crimes, comprising 1.84 violent incidents and 6.23 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 Warren Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Warren has increased by 3.1%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Warren, 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 decreased by 6.4%, while property crime has increased by 6.3%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Warren is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Warren

High population density areas are often large urban centers with diverse economic opportunities. These areas can exacerbate income inequality, with pockets of poverty existing alongside affluence. Areas with economic disparities may experience higher property crimes and, in some cases, violent crimes. On the other hand, areas with low population density tend to see lower Warren crime rates. The population density in Warren is 3903.4 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

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 Warren, 81% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

In Warren, the median home price stands at $132,900, 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.

Warren crime map



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

  • Warren crime rates are 8% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Warren are 32% higher than the national average
  • In Warren you have a 1 in 47 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Warren is safer than 23% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Warren has not changed

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        Daily Crime In Warren (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Warren on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Michigan and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Warren (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Michigan, are 1.07 times more than the state average and 1.08 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Warren on a daily basis are 1.06 times more than than Michigan average and 1.32 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Warren are 1.08 times more than the daily state average and 1.18 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Warren (higher is better)

        Are people any safer living in Warren in comparison to other Michigan communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Warren safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Warren being safer than 19% of cities in Michigan and 23% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Michigan cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Warren. In conclusion, Warren ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Warren

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Warren is 1 in 205
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Warren is 1 in 61
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Warren is 1 in 47
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Warren, Michigan? If you reside in Warren, then there is a 1 in 205 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 61. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 47 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Warren.

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

        An ideal indicator of whether Warren 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 Warren has decreased by 9% and the rate of property crime in Warren has increased by 3%. The total crime rate in Warren has not changed year to year.

        Warren police department

        Item Warren Michigan National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)23410,515558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.72.13.3
        There are a total of 234 Warren police officers. This results in 1.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 15.8% less than the Michigan average and 46.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Michigan

        State Total offenders Michigan /100K National /100K
        Michigan40,460414266
        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
        Bingham Farms, MI1,53965216280
        Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI2,79172241313
        New Baltimore, MI12,33342317358
        Rochester, MI13,20331443474
        Berkley, MI15,35227533560
        Huntington Woods, MI6,30316557573
        Clawson, MI11,909196411607
        Warren, MI134,1884891,6582,147

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Columbia, SC134,0575992,8563,454
        Gainesville, FL133,6113592,1722,531
        Coral Springs, FL133,3701691,0201,188
        Hampton, VA135,1692702,9063,176
        Cedar Rapids, IA133,1253203,0473,367
        Warren, MI134,1884891,6582,147
        Source: The Warren, 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.