Grand Island, NE Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Grand Island Police Department serves the city of Grand Island, NE in Hall County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,297 violent crimes and 6,117 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 158.8 per 100k residents, which is 49.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 91.8 per 100k, 43.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape 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 DAnnual Rate158.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,297 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents208 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents754 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate91.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,117 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents817 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate68.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,721 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents530 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 158.8 | D | 5297 | 106.2 | +49.5% |
| Property Crime | 91.8 | A | 6117 | 163.6 | -43.9% |
| Rape | 5.7 | F | 208 | 3.5 | +62.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.0 | C | 754 | 22.3 | +3.2% |
| Burglary | 11.5 | A | 817 | 24.0 | -52.2% |
| Larceny | 68.9 | A | 4721 | 116.4 | -40.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.5 | A | 530 | 22.2 | -48.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 13 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings | 24 miles | D 128.9 | B 145.0 | Violent: 18.8% lower Property: 57.9% higher |
| St. Paul | 24 miles | C 123.2 | A 82.1 | Violent: 22.4% lower Property: 10.6% lower |
| Aurora | 25 miles | A 21.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 86.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Kearney | 30 miles | C 121.8 | C 153.7 | Violent: 23.3% lower Property: 67.3% higher |
| Ravenna | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |