Kokomo, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kokomo Police Department serves the city of Kokomo, IN in Howard County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,134 violent crimes and 5,445 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 122.2 per 100k residents, which is 15.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 140.7 per 100k, 14.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 CAnnual Rate122.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,134 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents157 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents136 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,510 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate140.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,445 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate26.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,106 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate105.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,859 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents467 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 122.2 | C | 5134 | 106.2 | +15.1% |
| Property Crime | 140.7 | B | 5445 | 163.6 | -14.0% |
| Rape | 8.4 | F | 157 | 3.5 | +136.7% |
| Robbery | 1.7 | A | 136 | 5.8 | -71.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.7 | B | 1510 | 22.3 | -24.8% |
| Burglary | 26.8 | C | 1106 | 24.0 | +11.5% |
| Larceny | 105.5 | C | 3859 | 116.4 | -9.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.4 | A | 467 | 22.2 | -62.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Catholic | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tipton | 15 miles | C 113.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 7.0% lower Property: N/A |
| Peru | 19 miles | A 9.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 92.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Elwood | 21 miles | B 71.2 | A 11.9 | Violent: 41.8% lower Property: 91.6% lower |
| Logansport | 22 miles | C 110.4 | B 143.5 | Violent: 9.7% lower Property: 2.0% higher |
| Frankfort | 25 miles | F 220.0 | A 85.5 | Violent: 80.0% higher Property: 39.2% lower |