Kalispell, MT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kalispell Police Department serves the city of Kalispell, MT in Flathead County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,703 violent crimes and 3,561 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 95.1 per 100k residents, which is 10.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 255.8 per 100k, 56.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 BAnnual Rate95.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,703 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents90 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents450 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate255.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,561 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents209 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate223.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,051 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents292 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 95.1 | B | 1703 | 106.2 | -10.5% |
| Property Crime | 255.8 | D | 3561 | 163.6 | +56.3% |
| Rape | 9.8 | F | 90 | 3.5 | +178.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.4 | B | 450 | 22.3 | -26.3% |
| Burglary | 9.8 | A | 209 | 24.0 | -59.0% |
| Larceny | 223.0 | F | 3051 | 116.4 | +91.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.9 | C | 292 | 22.2 | +3.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitefish | 0 miles | B 73.7 | D 199.9 | Violent: 22.6% lower Property: 21.8% lower |
| Columbia Falls | 7 miles | D 138.1 | D 224.4 | Violent: 45.2% higher Property: 12.3% lower |
| Polson | 43 miles | F 212.7 | F 319.0 | Violent: 123.6% higher Property: 24.7% higher |
| St. Ignatius | 46 miles | C 120.5 | F 361.4 | Violent: 26.7% higher Property: 41.3% higher |
| Libby | 64 miles | A 30.7 | A 61.4 | Violent: 67.7% lower Property: 76.0% lower |