Clear Lake, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Clear Lake Police Department serves the city of Clear Lake, IA in Cerro Gordo County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 605 violent crimes and 827 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 134.0 per 100k residents, which is 26.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 120.6 per 100k, 26.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 DAnnual Rate134.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents605 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate26.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents131 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate120.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents827 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate93.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents601 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 134.0 | D | 605 | 106.2 | +26.2% |
| Property Crime | 120.6 | B | 827 | 163.6 | -26.3% |
| Rape | 13.4 | F | 21 | 3.5 | +278.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 26.8 | D | 131 | 22.3 | +20.4% |
| Larceny | 93.8 | B | 601 | 116.4 | -19.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.4 | A | 56 | 22.2 | -39.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mason City | 6 miles | B 89.7 | D 224.3 | Violent: 33.0% lower Property: 86.0% higher |
| Hampton | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Charles City | 23 miles | D 153.4 | A 97.6 | Violent: 14.5% higher Property: 19.0% lower |
| Osage | 26 miles | A 28.4 | A 56.8 | Violent: 78.8% lower Property: 52.9% lower |
| Forest City | 32 miles | A 24.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 81.4% lower Property: N/A |