Bismarck, ND Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bismarck Police Department serves the city of Bismarck, ND in Burleigh County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,894 violent crimes and 12,099 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 132.3 per 100k residents, which is 24.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 242.0 per 100k, 47.9% 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 16 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 Rate132.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,894 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents221 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents768 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate242.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents12,099 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,565 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate192.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents9,229 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,271 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 132.3 | D | 6894 | 106.2 | +24.6% |
| Property Crime | 242.0 | D | 12099 | 163.6 | +47.9% |
| Rape | 5.3 | D | 221 | 3.5 | +51.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.4 | A | 768 | 22.3 | -39.9% |
| Burglary | 24.1 | C | 1565 | 24.0 | +0.1% |
| Larceny | 192.5 | F | 9229 | 116.4 | +65.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.4 | C | 1271 | 22.2 | +14.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 16 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | 5 miles | B 90.9 | A 45.4 | Violent: 31.3% lower Property: 81.2% lower |
| Mandan | 6 miles | F 170.6 | D 235.6 | Violent: 28.9% higher Property: 2.6% lower |
| Steele | 50 miles | D 149.7 | C 149.7 | Violent: 13.1% higher Property: 38.1% lower |
| Beulah | 61 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 32.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 86.4% lower |
| Hazen | 61 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |