Muskegon Township, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Muskegon Township Police Department serves the city of Muskegon Township, MI in Muskegon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,130 violent crimes and 1,972 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 147.0 per 100k residents, which is 38.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 226.1 per 100k, 38.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 DAnnual Rate147.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,130 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents21 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate39.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents159 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate226.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,972 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents210 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate197.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,626 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents132 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 147.0 | D | 1130 | 106.2 | +38.4% |
| Property Crime | 226.1 | D | 1972 | 163.6 | +38.2% |
| Rape | 5.7 | D | 44 | 3.5 | +59.8% |
| Robbery | 5.7 | C | 21 | 5.8 | -2.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 39.6 | F | 159 | 22.3 | +77.8% |
| Burglary | 22.6 | C | 210 | 24.0 | -5.9% |
| Larceny | 197.9 | F | 1626 | 116.4 | +70.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.7 | A | 132 | 22.2 | -74.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muskegon Heights | 3 miles | F 224.3 | F 275.3 | Violent: 52.6% higher Property: 21.7% higher |
| North Muskegon | 4 miles | F 171.4 | A 73.5 | Violent: 16.6% higher Property: 67.5% lower |
| Roosevelt Park | 4 miles | B 72.6 | F 871.3 | Violent: 50.6% lower Property: 285.3% higher |
| Norton Shores | 6 miles | B 92.0 | C 172.0 | Violent: 37.4% lower Property: 23.9% lower |
| Grand Haven | 12 miles | C 100.3 | A 82.1 | Violent: 31.8% lower Property: 63.7% lower |