Fort Pierce, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fort Pierce Police Department serves the city of Fort Pierce, FL in St Lucie County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,015 violent crimes and 4,147 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 2017.2 per 100k residents, which is 1799.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 1947.5 per 100k, 1090.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. 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 Rate2017.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,015 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate24.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate24.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate51.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents176 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate440.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents758 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate1947.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,147 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate202.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents419 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate1492.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,209 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate237.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents497 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 2017.2 | F | 4015 | 106.2 | +1799.2% |
| Property Crime | 1947.5 | F | 4147 | 163.6 | +1090.3% |
| Homicide | 24.6 | F | 37 | 0.5 | +4516.8% |
| Rape | 24.6 | F | 67 | 3.5 | +595.6% |
| Robbery | 51.3 | F | 176 | 5.8 | +780.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 440.8 | F | 758 | 22.3 | +1880.3% |
| Burglary | 202.9 | F | 419 | 24.0 | +744.6% |
| Larceny | 1492.4 | F | 3209 | 116.4 | +1182.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 237.8 | F | 497 | 22.2 | +972.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port St. Lucie | 9 miles | F 632.0 | F 749.8 | Violent: 68.7% lower Property: 61.5% lower |
| Vero Beach | 18 miles | A 40.1 | A 63.1 | Violent: 98.0% lower Property: 96.8% lower |
| Stuart | 21 miles | D 161.1 | D 236.3 | Violent: 92.0% lower Property: 87.9% lower |
| Sewall'S Point | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Indian River Shores | 24 miles | B 90.5 | F 384.5 | Violent: 95.5% lower Property: 80.3% lower |