Owosso, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Owosso Police Department serves the city of Owosso, MI in Shiawassee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,066 violent crimes and 1,097 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 239.8 per 100k residents, which is 125.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 205.6 per 100k, 25.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 13 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 Rate239.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,066 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate48.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents394 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate205.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,097 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate13.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents244 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate171.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents759 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents66 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 239.8 | F | 2066 | 106.2 | +125.8% |
| Property Crime | 205.6 | D | 1097 | 163.6 | +25.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 48.0 | F | 394 | 22.3 | +115.5% |
| Burglary | 13.7 | A | 244 | 24.0 | -43.0% |
| Larceny | 171.3 | D | 759 | 116.4 | +47.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.7 | A | 66 | 22.2 | -38.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 13 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corunna | 3 miles | A 66.1 | A 66.1 | Violent: 72.4% lower Property: 67.9% lower |
| Bancroft | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Laingsburg | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lennon | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Morrice | 4 miles | C 100.3 | A 100.3 | Violent: 58.2% lower Property: 51.2% lower |