Watervliet, NY Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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17%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

1%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

21%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Watervliet_{/100k people}	New York_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	251	n/a (estimate)	2,483	2,100	2,119
Murder	1	n/a	9.9	2.7	5.0
Rape	7	n/a	69.3	21.7	37.5
Robbery	9	n/a	89.0	96.1	60.6
Assault	19	n/a	188.0	259.6	256.1
Violent crime	36	n/a (estimate)	356	380	359
Burglary	37	n/a	366.0	136.6	229.2
Theft	161	n/a	1,592.8	1,432.8	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	17	n/a	168.2	150.2	258.8
Property crime	215	n/a (estimate)	2,127	1,720	1,760

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Watervliet crime map

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

Watervliet crime rates are 17% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Watervliet are 1% lower than the national average
In Watervliet you have a 1 in 41 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Watervliet is safer than 15% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Watervliet has increased by 18%

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Daily Crime In Watervliet (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Watervliet, per 100,000 residents. In Watervliet, the total number of daily crimes is 1.18 times more than the New York average and 1.17 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Watervliet are 1.07 times less than the New York average and 1.01 times less than the national average. For property crime, Watervliet has a daily crime rate that is 1.24 times more than the New York average and 1.21 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Watervliet (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Watervliet in comparison to other New York communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Watervliet safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Watervliet being safer than 25% of cities in New York and 15% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking New York cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Watervliet. In conclusion, Watervliet ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Watervliet

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Watervliet is 1 in 281

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Watervliet is 1 in 48

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

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Watervliet, New York? If you reside in Watervliet, then there is a 1 in 281 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 48. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 41 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Watervliet.

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

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Watervliet, NY is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Watervliet has increased by 24%, while the property crime rate in Watervliet has increased by 17% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Watervliet has increased by 18% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Watervliet police department

Item	Watervliet	New York	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	27	109,351	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.6	2.9	3.3

There are a total of 27 Watervliet police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 8.4% less than the New York average and 19.3% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in New York

State	Total offenders	New York_/100K	National_/100K
New York	25,064	137	266

There are a total of 25,064 sex offenders in New York. This yields a total of 137 sex offenders in New York per 100,000 residents which is 48% 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}
Averill Park, NY	1,466	125	566	691
Round Lake, NY	1,245	128	582	710
Voorheesville, NY	2,789	129	586	715
Nassau, NY	1,125	158	717	875
Castleton-on-Hudson, NY	1,483	166	752	918
Menands, NY	3,889	180	814	994
West Sand Lake, NY	3,391	180	815	995
Watervliet, NY	9,976	356	2,127	2,483

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City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Flat Rock, MI	9,974	313	969	1,282
Red Bank, SC	9,971	385	1,732	2,116
Lambertville, MI	9,970	221	701	922
Friendly, MD	9,984	295	1,440	1,735
Alpena, MI	9,987	514	989	1,504
Watervliet, NY	9,976	356	2,127	2,483

Source: The Watervliet, NY crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.