Dubuque, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dubuque Police Department serves the city of Dubuque, IA in Dubuque County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,109 violent crimes and 5,704 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 206.9 per 100k residents, which is 94.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 111.1 per 100k, 32.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 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 FAnnual Rate206.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,109 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents317 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents93 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents780 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate111.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,704 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents981 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate92.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,302 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents354 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 206.9 | F | 7109 | 106.2 | +94.8% |
| Property Crime | 111.1 | B | 5704 | 163.6 | -32.1% |
| Rape | 8.6 | F | 317 | 3.5 | +141.8% |
| Robbery | 1.7 | A | 93 | 5.8 | -70.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.4 | B | 780 | 22.3 | -30.9% |
| Burglary | 10.3 | A | 981 | 24.0 | -57.3% |
| Larceny | 92.3 | B | 4302 | 116.4 | -20.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.6 | A | 354 | 22.2 | -61.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyersville | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 87.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 21.3% lower |
| Maquoketa | 30 miles | F 232.5 | C 149.4 | Violent: 12.4% higher Property: 34.5% higher |
| Monticello | 32 miles | A 24.4 | B 122.1 | Violent: 88.2% lower Property: 9.8% higher |
| Manchester | 35 miles | A 38.2 | D 229.2 | Violent: 81.5% lower Property: 106.2% higher |
| Anamosa | 42 miles | B 90.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 56.5% lower Property: N/A |