Marion, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Marion Police Department serves the city of Marion, IA in Linn County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,450 violent crimes and 2,402 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 26.2 per 100k residents, which is 75.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 35.7 per 100k, 78.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 14 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 AAnnual Rate26.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,450 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents340 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate35.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,402 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents465 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate21.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,682 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents245 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 26.2 | A | 1450 | 106.2 | -75.3% |
| Property Crime | 35.7 | A | 2402 | 163.6 | -78.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.9 | A | 340 | 22.3 | -46.5% |
| Burglary | 7.1 | A | 465 | 24.0 | -70.3% |
| Larceny | 21.4 | A | 1682 | 116.4 | -81.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.1 | A | 245 | 22.2 | -67.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 14 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 5 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 5 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hiawatha | 5 miles | A 42.0 | B 139.9 | Violent: 60.2% higher Property: 291.7% higher |
| Cedar Rapids | 6 miles | C 120.8 | D 231.3 | Violent: 361.2% higher Property: 547.6% higher |
| Mount Vernon | 11 miles | A 44.6 | A 66.9 | Violent: 70.3% higher Property: 87.4% higher |
| Anamosa | 15 miles | B 90.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 243.5% higher Property: N/A |
| Monticello | 24 miles | A 24.4 | B 122.1 | Violent: 6.8% lower Property: 241.8% higher |