Eureka, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Eureka Police Department serves the city of Eureka, CA in Humboldt County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,399 violent crimes and 4,519 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 215.7 per 100k residents, which is 103.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 258.1 per 100k, 57.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 14 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 Rate215.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,399 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents120 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents268 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate53.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents447 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate258.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,519 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate38.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents696 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate181.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,996 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate30.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents734 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 215.7 | F | 2399 | 106.2 | +103.1% |
| Property Crime | 258.1 | D | 4519 | 163.6 | +57.8% |
| Rape | 7.7 | F | 120 | 3.5 | +118.0% |
| Robbery | 7.7 | D | 268 | 5.8 | +32.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 53.9 | F | 447 | 22.3 | +142.4% |
| Burglary | 38.5 | F | 696 | 24.0 | +60.4% |
| Larceny | 181.1 | D | 2996 | 116.4 | +55.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 30.8 | D | 734 | 22.2 | +39.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 14 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 8 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcata | 6 miles | F 200.4 | C 184.1 | Violent: 7.1% lower Property: 28.7% lower |
| Fortuna | 14 miles | C 111.9 | A 63.9 | Violent: 48.1% lower Property: 75.2% lower |
| Ferndale | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 215.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 16.7% lower |
| Rio Dell | 21 miles | C 119.4 | D 238.8 | Violent: 44.7% lower Property: 7.5% lower |
| Crescent City | 66 miles | F 366.1 | F 557.9 | Violent: 69.7% higher Property: 116.1% higher |