Olympia, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Olympia Police Department serves the city of Olympia, WA in Thurston County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,376 violent crimes and 10,264 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 150.8 per 100k residents, which is 42.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 378.8 per 100k, 131.5% 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 20 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 DAnnual Rate150.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,376 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents153 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate14.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents383 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate43.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents844 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate378.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents10,264 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate57.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,474 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate280.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,409 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate39.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,328 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 150.8 | D | 4376 | 106.2 | +42.0% |
| Property Crime | 378.8 | F | 10264 | 163.6 | +131.5% |
| Rape | 5.4 | D | 153 | 3.5 | +52.4% |
| Robbery | 14.4 | F | 383 | 5.8 | +146.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 43.1 | F | 844 | 22.3 | +93.6% |
| Burglary | 57.5 | F | 1474 | 24.0 | +139.1% |
| Larceny | 280.1 | F | 7409 | 116.4 | +140.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 39.5 | F | 1328 | 22.2 | +78.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 20 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 11 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tumwater | 4 miles | A 67.4 | C 153.5 | Violent: 55.3% lower Property: 59.5% lower |
| Lacey | 8 miles | B 73.9 | D 251.9 | Violent: 51.0% lower Property: 33.5% lower |
| Tenino | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 53.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 86.0% lower |
| Yelm | 15 miles | F 178.0 | A 93.7 | Violent: 18.1% higher Property: 75.3% lower |
| Steilacoom | 17 miles | A 60.5 | A 90.7 | Violent: 59.9% lower Property: 76.1% lower |