Cedar Rapids, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Cedar Rapids Police Department serves the city of Cedar Rapids, IA in Linn County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,694 violent crimes and 21,065 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 120.8 per 100k residents, which is 13.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 231.3 per 100k, 41.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate120.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,694 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents96 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents357 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,660 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate231.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents21,065 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate27.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,313 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate180.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents15,477 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,182 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 120.8 | C | 9694 | 106.2 | +13.7% |
| Property Crime | 231.3 | D | 21065 | 163.6 | +41.4% |
| Rape | 1.5 | A | 96 | 3.5 | -58.4% |
| Robbery | 1.5 | A | 357 | 5.8 | -74.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.1 | B | 1660 | 22.3 | -14.0% |
| Burglary | 27.3 | C | 3313 | 24.0 | +13.4% |
| Larceny | 180.4 | D | 15477 | 116.4 | +55.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.1 | C | 2182 | 22.2 | -0.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha | 4 miles | A 42.0 | B 139.9 | Violent: 65.3% lower Property: 39.5% lower |
| Marion | 6 miles | A 26.2 | A 35.7 | Violent: 78.3% lower Property: 84.6% lower |
| Mount Vernon | 13 miles | A 44.6 | A 66.9 | Violent: 63.1% lower Property: 71.1% lower |
| Anamosa | 22 miles | B 90.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 25.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Coralville | 22 miles | B 72.2 | D 199.7 | Violent: 40.2% lower Property: 13.6% lower |