Anchorage, AK Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Anchorage Police Department serves the city of Anchorage, AK in Anchorage County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 30,378 violent crimes and 38,663 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 204.2 per 100k residents, which is 92.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 173.0 per 100k, 5.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 31 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate204.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents30,378 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents2,017 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents2,076 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate45.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents9,175 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate173.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents38,663 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents5,268 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate132.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents28,000 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,008 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 204.2 | F | 30378 | 106.2 | +92.3% |
| Property Crime | 173.0 | C | 38663 | 163.6 | +5.7% |
| Rape | 9.8 | F | 2017 | 3.5 | +177.7% |
| Robbery | 8.4 | D | 2076 | 5.8 | +44.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 45.6 | F | 9175 | 22.3 | +104.9% |
| Burglary | 14.4 | A | 5268 | 24.0 | -40.2% |
| Larceny | 132.6 | C | 28000 | 116.4 | +14.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.2 | C | 5008 | 22.2 | +9.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 31 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 10 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
| Anti-Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer | 30 miles | A 30.8 | A 15.4 | Violent: 84.9% lower Property: 91.1% lower |
| Wasilla | 70 miles | F 199.5 | F 319.2 | Violent: 2.3% lower Property: 84.6% higher |
| Soldotna | 77 miles | A 43.5 | A 86.9 | Violent: 78.7% lower Property: 49.7% lower |
| Kenai | 79 miles | D 167.4 | A 64.4 | Violent: 18.0% lower Property: 62.8% lower |
| Seward | 117 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |