Okeechobee, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Okeechobee Police Department serves the city of Okeechobee, FL in Okeechobee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 248 violent crimes and 639 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 235.3 per 100k residents, which is 121.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 126.7 per 100k, 22.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BLarceny
Grade CCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 235.3 | F | 248 | 106.2 | +121.5% |
| Property Crime | 126.7 | B | 639 | 163.6 | -22.6% |
| Larceny | 126.7 | C | 529 | 116.4 | +8.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Pierce | 26 miles | F 2017.2 | F 1947.5 | Violent: 757.5% higher Property: 1437.4% higher |
| Stuart | 29 miles | D 161.1 | D 236.3 | Violent: 31.5% lower Property: 86.5% higher |
| Port St. Lucie | 30 miles | F 632.0 | F 749.8 | Violent: 168.7% higher Property: 491.9% higher |
| Clewiston | 34 miles | A 42.1 | A 56.1 | Violent: 82.1% lower Property: 55.7% lower |
| Indian River Shores | 35 miles | B 90.5 | F 384.5 | Violent: 61.5% lower Property: 203.6% higher |