Valparaiso, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Valparaiso Police Department serves the city of Valparaiso, FL in Okaloosa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 29 violent crimes and 78 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 201.9 per 100k residents, which is 90.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 550.6 per 100k, 236.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime 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 Rate201.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate91.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate550.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate201.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents28 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate256.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate91.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 201.9 | F | 29 | 106.2 | +90.1% |
| Property Crime | 550.6 | F | 78 | 163.6 | +236.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 91.8 | F | 11 | 22.3 | +312.3% |
| Burglary | 201.9 | F | 28 | 24.0 | +740.1% |
| Larceny | 256.9 | F | 40 | 116.4 | +120.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 91.8 | F | 10 | 22.2 | +313.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niceville | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 6.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 98.9% lower |
| Shalimar | 7 miles | F 941.2 | F 1764.7 | Violent: 366.2% higher Property: 220.5% higher |
| Fort Walton Beach | 9 miles | D 142.7 | A 90.3 | Violent: 29.3% lower Property: 83.6% lower |
| Crestview | 19 miles | C 101.4 | A 101.4 | Violent: 49.8% lower Property: 81.6% lower |
| De Funiak Springs | 27 miles | F 1418.3 | F 1886.2 | Violent: 602.6% higher Property: 242.6% higher |