Ypsilanti, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ypsilanti Police Department serves the city of Ypsilanti, MI in Washtenaw County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,520 violent crimes and 2,956 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 248.3 per 100k residents, which is 133.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 263.8 per 100k, 61.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 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 Rate248.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,520 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate41.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents208 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate5.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents129 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate82.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents905 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate263.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,956 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents472 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate222.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,153 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents317 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 248.3 | F | 3520 | 106.2 | +133.8% |
| Property Crime | 263.8 | F | 2956 | 163.6 | +61.2% |
| Rape | 41.4 | F | 208 | 3.5 | +1070.1% |
| Robbery | 5.2 | B | 129 | 5.8 | -11.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 82.8 | F | 905 | 22.3 | +271.8% |
| Burglary | 20.7 | B | 472 | 24.0 | -13.9% |
| Larceny | 222.4 | F | 2153 | 116.4 | +91.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.7 | C | 317 | 22.2 | -6.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield Township | 5 miles | C 119.8 | C 170.8 | Violent: 51.7% lower Property: 35.2% lower |
| Van Buren Township | 6 miles | C 106.3 | B 119.6 | Violent: 57.2% lower Property: 54.7% lower |
| Belleville | 7 miles | C 127.1 | A 25.4 | Violent: 48.8% lower Property: 90.4% lower |
| Canton Township | 8 miles | B 70.8 | B 143.6 | Violent: 71.5% lower Property: 45.6% lower |
| Sumpter Township | 10 miles | C 114.2 | A 31.2 | Violent: 54.0% lower Property: 88.2% lower |