Helena, MT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Helena Police Department serves the city of Helena, MT in Lewis And Clark County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,027 violent crimes and 5,986 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 118.0 per 100k residents, which is 11.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 267.7 per 100k, 63.6% 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 6 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 CAnnual Rate118.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,027 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents272 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate28.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents816 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate267.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,986 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents568 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate244.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,932 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents447 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 118.0 | C | 3027 | 106.2 | +11.1% |
| Property Crime | 267.7 | F | 5986 | 163.6 | +63.6% |
| Rape | 8.6 | F | 272 | 3.5 | +144.0% |
| Robbery | 2.9 | A | 65 | 5.8 | -50.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.8 | D | 816 | 22.3 | +29.3% |
| Burglary | 11.5 | A | 568 | 24.0 | -52.1% |
| Larceny | 244.7 | F | 4932 | 116.4 | +110.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8.6 | A | 447 | 22.2 | -61.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Lodge | 36 miles | C 98.9 | A 33.0 | Violent: 16.2% lower Property: 87.7% lower |
| East Helena | 40 miles | D 148.2 | D 246.9 | Violent: 25.5% higher Property: 7.8% lower |
| Great Falls | 60 miles | C 124.3 | F 318.1 | Violent: 5.3% higher Property: 18.8% higher |
| Belgrade | 69 miles | B 79.0 | D 213.2 | Violent: 33.1% lower Property: 20.4% lower |
| Bozeman | 84 miles | C 113.2 | C 168.9 | Violent: 4.1% lower Property: 36.9% lower |