Mckenzie County, ND Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Mckenzie County in ND is served by 2 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 1,209 violent crimes and 1,174 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 159.8 per 100k residents, which is 50.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 251.3 per 100k, 53.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. 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 Rate159.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,209 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate17.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents48 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents173 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate251.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,174 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents123 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate195.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents872 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate49.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents173 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 159.8 | D | 1209 | 106.2 | +50.5% |
| Property Crime | 251.3 | D | 1174 | 163.6 | +53.6% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 2 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 17.5 | F | 48 | 3.5 | +394.7% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 4 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.9 | C | 173 | 22.3 | +7.2% |
| Burglary | 6.4 | A | 123 | 24.0 | -73.5% |
| Larceny | 195.6 | F | 872 | 116.4 | +68.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 49.3 | F | 173 | 22.2 | +122.3% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
McKenzie County Sheriff's Office
Watford City Police Department
Watford City, ND