Shelton, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Shelton Police Department serves the city of Shelton, WA in Mason County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 915 violent crimes and 2,237 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 163.5 per 100k residents, which is 53.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 299.7 per 100k, 83.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 8 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 Rate163.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents915 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate36.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate27.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents163 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate299.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,237 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate54.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents284 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate181.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,725 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate54.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents214 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 163.5 | D | 915 | 106.2 | +53.9% |
| Property Crime | 299.7 | F | 2237 | 163.6 | +83.2% |
| Rape | 36.3 | F | 88 | 3.5 | +927.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 27.3 | D | 163 | 22.3 | +22.4% |
| Burglary | 54.5 | F | 284 | 24.0 | +126.8% |
| Larceny | 181.7 | D | 1725 | 116.4 | +56.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 54.5 | F | 214 | 22.2 | +145.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olympia | 25 miles | D 150.8 | F 378.8 | Violent: 7.8% lower Property: 26.4% higher |
| Gig Harbor | 28 miles | A 15.8 | D 228.5 | Violent: 90.4% lower Property: 23.8% lower |
| Tumwater | 28 miles | A 67.4 | C 153.5 | Violent: 58.8% lower Property: 48.8% lower |
| Bremerton | 29 miles | A 51.8 | A 73.4 | Violent: 68.3% lower Property: 75.5% lower |
| Steilacoom | 30 miles | A 60.5 | A 90.7 | Violent: 63.0% lower Property: 69.7% lower |