West Fargo, ND Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Fargo Police Department serves the city of West Fargo, ND in Cass County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,812 violent crimes and 2,995 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 54.3 per 100k residents, which is 48.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 103.6 per 100k, 36.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 AAnnual Rate54.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,812 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents235 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate103.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,995 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents640 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate66.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,071 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents269 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 54.3 | A | 1812 | 106.2 | -48.9% |
| Property Crime | 103.6 | A | 2995 | 163.6 | -36.7% |
| Rape | 9.9 | F | 85 | 3.5 | +179.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.3 | A | 235 | 22.3 | -44.6% |
| Burglary | 29.6 | D | 640 | 24.0 | +23.2% |
| Larceny | 66.6 | A | 2071 | 116.4 | -42.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.4 | A | 269 | 22.2 | -66.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo | 18 miles | F 216.7 | F 358.2 | Violent: 299.4% higher Property: 245.8% higher |
| Wahpeton | 44 miles | C 124.8 | D 249.5 | Violent: 129.9% higher Property: 140.9% higher |
| Lisbon | 47 miles | A 45.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 15.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Valley City | 53 miles | A 61.0 | A 30.5 | Violent: 12.4% higher Property: 70.6% lower |
| Oakes | 77 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |