Williston, ND Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Williston Police Department serves the city of Williston, ND in Williams County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,053 violent crimes and 3,189 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 246.5 per 100k residents, which is 132.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 250.3 per 100k, 53.0% 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 6 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 Rate246.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,053 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents82 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate46.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents475 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate250.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,189 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate15.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents426 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate215.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,410 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents332 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 246.5 | F | 3053 | 106.2 | +132.1% |
| Property Crime | 250.3 | D | 3189 | 163.6 | +53.0% |
| Rape | 3.9 | C | 82 | 3.5 | +8.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 46.2 | F | 475 | 22.3 | +107.7% |
| Burglary | 15.4 | A | 426 | 24.0 | -35.9% |
| Larceny | 215.7 | F | 2410 | 116.4 | +85.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.3 | B | 332 | 22.2 | -13.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tioga | 0 miles | A 50.9 | A 101.8 | Violent: 79.3% lower Property: 59.3% lower |
| Watford City | 42 miles | F 192.4 | F 349.9 | Violent: 21.9% lower Property: 39.8% higher |
| New Town | 52 miles | A 38.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 84.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Stanley | 52 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Powers Lake | 54 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |