Vail, CO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Vail Police Department serves the city of Vail, CO in Eagle County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 449 violent crimes and 1,047 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 241.9 per 100k residents, which is 127.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 439.9 per 100k, 168.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 Rate241.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents449 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate110.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents82 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate439.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,047 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate66.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate351.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents895 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 241.9 | F | 449 | 106.2 | +127.8% |
| Property Crime | 439.9 | F | 1047 | 163.6 | +168.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 110.0 | F | 82 | 22.3 | +394.1% |
| Burglary | 66.0 | F | 104 | 24.0 | +174.6% |
| Larceny | 351.9 | F | 895 | 116.4 | +202.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.0 | C | 46 | 22.2 | -0.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle | 15 miles | A 40.5 | A 27.0 | Violent: 83.3% lower Property: 93.9% lower |
| Avon | 15 miles | A 68.8 | D 206.3 | Violent: 71.6% lower Property: 53.1% lower |
| Breckenridge | 15 miles | C 103.1 | F 659.8 | Violent: 57.4% lower Property: 50.0% higher |
| Dillon | 15 miles | F 197.6 | F 296.4 | Violent: 18.3% lower Property: 32.6% lower |
| Silverthorne | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 222.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 49.3% lower |