Dexter, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dexter Police Department serves the city of Dexter, ME in Penobscot County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 206 violent crimes and 197 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 78.5 per 100k residents, which is 26.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 209.3 per 100k, 27.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate78.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents206 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate209.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents197 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate78.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate130.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents164 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 78.5 | B | 206 | 106.2 | -26.1% |
| Property Crime | 209.3 | D | 197 | 163.6 | +27.9% |
| Burglary | 78.5 | F | 25 | 24.0 | +226.7% |
| Larceny | 130.8 | C | 164 | 116.4 | +12.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover-Foxcroft | 12 miles | A 43.2 | A 43.2 | Violent: 44.9% lower Property: 79.4% lower |
| Newport | 13 miles | B 94.9 | A 94.9 | Violent: 21.0% higher Property: 54.6% lower |
| Pittsfield | 17 miles | A 25.3 | A 50.7 | Violent: 67.7% lower Property: 75.8% lower |
| Skowhegan | 27 miles | C 115.1 | D 207.2 | Violent: 46.7% higher Property: 1.0% lower |
| Bangor | 30 miles | F 234.7 | F 298.2 | Violent: 199.1% higher Property: 42.5% higher |