Harrisburg, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Harrisburg Police Department serves the city of Harrisburg, PA in Dauphin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,151 violent crimes and 3,603 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 187.1 per 100k residents, which is 76.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 270.8 per 100k, 65.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate187.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,151 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents123 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate27.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents410 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate59.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,109 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate270.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,603 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate95.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents719 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate81.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,189 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate89.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents640 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 187.1 | F | 3151 | 106.2 | +76.2% |
| Property Crime | 270.8 | F | 3603 | 163.6 | +65.5% |
| Homicide | 2.0 | F | 63 | 0.5 | +273.5% |
| Rape | 8.0 | F | 123 | 3.5 | +125.1% |
| Robbery | 27.9 | F | 410 | 5.8 | +379.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 59.7 | F | 1109 | 22.3 | +168.4% |
| Burglary | 95.6 | F | 719 | 24.0 | +297.7% |
| Larceny | 81.6 | B | 2189 | 116.4 | -29.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 89.6 | F | 640 | 22.2 | +304.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swatara Township | 1 miles | C 108.1 | F 307.4 | Violent: 42.2% lower Property: 13.6% higher |
| Penbrook | 1 miles | C 122.8 | C 184.3 | Violent: 34.4% lower Property: 31.9% lower |
| Steelton | 2 miles | F 192.4 | B 128.3 | Violent: 2.8% higher Property: 52.6% lower |
| New Cumberland | 3 miles | A 52.5 | A 26.3 | Violent: 71.9% lower Property: 90.3% lower |
| Lower Paxton Township | 3 miles | A 68.8 | A 88.8 | Violent: 63.2% lower Property: 67.2% lower |