Fargo, ND Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fargo Police Department serves the city of Fargo, ND in Cass County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 16,185 violent crimes and 24,700 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 216.7 per 100k residents, which is 104.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 358.2 per 100k, 119.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 13 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 Rate216.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents16,185 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents611 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents457 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate29.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,248 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate358.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents24,700 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate76.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents5,345 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate239.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents16,498 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate41.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,713 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 216.7 | F | 16185 | 106.2 | +104.1% |
| Property Crime | 358.2 | F | 24700 | 163.6 | +119.0% |
| Rape | 6.7 | F | 611 | 3.5 | +89.5% |
| Robbery | 4.5 | B | 457 | 5.8 | -23.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 29.1 | D | 2248 | 22.3 | +30.5% |
| Burglary | 76.0 | F | 5345 | 24.0 | +216.2% |
| Larceny | 239.8 | F | 16498 | 116.4 | +106.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 41.0 | F | 2713 | 22.2 | +84.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 13 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Fargo | 18 miles | A 54.3 | A 103.6 | Violent: 75.0% lower Property: 71.1% lower |
| Valley City | 35 miles | A 61.0 | A 30.5 | Violent: 71.9% lower Property: 91.5% lower |
| Lisbon | 38 miles | A 45.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 78.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Wahpeton | 55 miles | C 124.8 | D 249.5 | Violent: 42.4% lower Property: 30.3% lower |
| Oakes | 67 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |