Rifle, CO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Rifle Police Department serves the city of Rifle, CO in Garfield County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 678 violent crimes and 1,104 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 160.2 per 100k residents, which is 50.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 131.9 per 100k, 19.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 8 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 DAnnual Rate160.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents678 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate28.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents128 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate131.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,104 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate113.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents854 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents138 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 160.2 | D | 678 | 106.2 | +50.8% |
| Property Crime | 131.9 | B | 1104 | 163.6 | -19.4% |
| Rape | 9.4 | F | 67 | 3.5 | +166.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.3 | D | 128 | 22.3 | +27.0% |
| Larceny | 113.1 | C | 854 | 116.4 | -2.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.8 | B | 138 | 22.2 | -15.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parachute | 8 miles | F 221.6 | C 147.7 | Violent: 38.3% higher Property: 12.0% higher |
| Silt | 8 miles | A 27.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 82.8% lower Property: N/A |
| New Castle | 8 miles | A 20.8 | A 41.5 | Violent: 87.0% lower Property: 68.5% lower |
| Glenwood Springs | 24 miles | B 86.6 | F 346.2 | Violent: 46.0% lower Property: 162.5% higher |
| Carbondale | 32 miles | A 44.6 | A 14.9 | Violent: 72.2% lower Property: 88.7% lower |