Wahpeton, ND Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wahpeton Police Department serves the city of Wahpeton, ND in Richland County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 487 violent crimes and 923 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 124.8 per 100k residents, which is 17.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 249.5 per 100k, 52.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 CAnnual Rate124.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents487 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate37.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate249.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents923 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate237.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents673 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 124.8 | C | 487 | 106.2 | +17.5% |
| Property Crime | 249.5 | D | 923 | 163.6 | +52.5% |
| Rape | 37.4 | F | 17 | 3.5 | +958.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.5 | A | 86 | 22.3 | -43.9% |
| Larceny | 237.1 | F | 673 | 116.4 | +103.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.5 | A | 92 | 22.2 | -43.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Fargo | 44 miles | A 54.3 | A 103.6 | Violent: 56.5% lower Property: 58.5% lower |
| Lisbon | 51 miles | A 45.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 63.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Fargo | 55 miles | F 216.7 | F 358.2 | Violent: 73.7% higher Property: 43.6% higher |
| Oakes | 72 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Valley City | 80 miles | A 61.0 | A 30.5 | Violent: 51.1% lower Property: 87.8% lower |