Syracuse, NY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Syracuse Police Department serves the city of Syracuse, NY in Onondaga County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 15,841 violent crimes and 18,553 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 153.5 per 100k residents, which is 44.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 353.1 per 100k, 115.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 Rate153.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents15,841 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade DAnnual Rate0.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents372 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents1,008 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate33.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,318 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate353.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents18,553 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate49.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,997 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate227.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents11,680 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate75.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,723 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 153.5 | D | 15841 | 106.2 | +44.6% |
| Property Crime | 353.1 | F | 18553 | 163.6 | +115.8% |
| Homicide | 0.7 | D | 86 | 0.5 | +31.4% |
| Rape | 1.4 | A | 372 | 3.5 | -60.4% |
| Robbery | 16.8 | F | 1008 | 5.8 | +187.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 33.5 | D | 3318 | 22.3 | +50.5% |
| Burglary | 49.5 | F | 3997 | 24.0 | +106.2% |
| Larceny | 227.5 | F | 11680 | 116.4 | +95.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 75.4 | F | 2723 | 22.2 | +239.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geddes Town | 3 miles | A 19.6 | C 176.6 | Violent: 87.2% lower Property: 50.0% lower |
| Solvay Village | 3 miles | A 30.9 | B 123.6 | Violent: 79.9% lower Property: 65.0% lower |
| Jordan Village | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 83.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 76.5% lower |
| Manlius Town | 4 miles | A 39.7 | B 119.0 | Violent: 74.2% lower Property: 66.3% lower |
| Cicero Town | 4 miles | A 24.3 | A 72.8 | Violent: 84.2% lower Property: 79.4% lower |