Hoboken, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hoboken Police Department serves the city of Hoboken, NJ in Hudson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,336 violent crimes and 3,801 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 59.8 per 100k residents, which is 43.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 128.4 per 100k, 21.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 22 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 AAnnual Rate59.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,336 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents76 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents308 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate128.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,801 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents395 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate110.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,190 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents212 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 59.8 | A | 1336 | 106.2 | -43.7% |
| Property Crime | 128.4 | B | 3801 | 163.6 | -21.5% |
| Rape | 1.8 | A | 16 | 3.5 | -50.2% |
| Robbery | 5.3 | C | 76 | 5.8 | -9.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.3 | A | 308 | 22.3 | -44.6% |
| Burglary | 5.3 | A | 395 | 24.0 | -78.0% |
| Larceny | 110.8 | C | 3190 | 116.4 | -4.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.3 | A | 212 | 22.2 | -44.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 22 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Protestant | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey City | 1 miles | C 102.1 | C 179.2 | Violent: 70.6% higher Property: 39.5% higher |
| Weehawken Township | 2 miles | A 34.6 | B 126.9 | Violent: 42.1% lower Property: 1.2% lower |
| Union City | 3 miles | B 94.9 | B 132.3 | Violent: 58.7% higher Property: 3.0% higher |
| Bayonne | 3 miles | A 58.2 | A 104.7 | Violent: 2.8% lower Property: 18.5% lower |
| North Bergen Township | 3 miles | B 76.1 | A 94.7 | Violent: 27.2% higher Property: 26.3% lower |