Utica, NY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Utica Police Department serves the city of Utica, NY in Oneida County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,603 violent crimes and 10,298 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 223.4 per 100k residents, which is 110.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 250.2 per 100k, 52.9% 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 15 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 FAnnual Rate223.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,603 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents171 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents440 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,050 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate250.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents10,298 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,271 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate209.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,270 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate18.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents702 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 223.4 | F | 8603 | 106.2 | +110.4% |
| Property Crime | 250.2 | D | 10298 | 163.6 | +52.9% |
| Rape | 9.4 | F | 171 | 3.5 | +166.9% |
| Robbery | 9.4 | F | 440 | 5.8 | +62.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.5 | C | 1050 | 22.3 | -8.1% |
| Burglary | 18.9 | B | 1271 | 24.0 | -21.4% |
| Larceny | 209.3 | F | 8270 | 116.4 | +79.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18.9 | B | 702 | 22.2 | -14.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Bisexual | 2 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Hartford Town And Village | 4 miles | C 111.3 | F 377.6 | Violent: 50.2% lower Property: 50.9% higher |
| Whitesboro Village | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 55.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 77.7% lower |
| Whitestown Town | 4 miles | A 11.5 | A 23.1 | Violent: 94.8% lower Property: 90.8% lower |
| Frankfort Town | 9 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 21.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 91.3% lower |
| Frankfort Village | 9 miles | A 43.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 80.5% lower Property: N/A |