Tukwila, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Tukwila Police Department serves the city of Tukwila, WA in King County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,898 violent crimes and 17,765 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 259.5 per 100k residents, which is 144.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 1684.7 per 100k, 929.7% 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 39 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 Rate259.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,898 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate14.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents105 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate23.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents396 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents307 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate1684.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents17,765 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate118.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,253 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate1198.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents13,081 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate368.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,394 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 259.5 | F | 2898 | 106.2 | +144.4% |
| Property Crime | 1684.7 | F | 17765 | 163.6 | +929.7% |
| Rape | 14.2 | F | 105 | 3.5 | +300.4% |
| Robbery | 23.6 | F | 396 | 5.8 | +305.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.6 | C | 307 | 22.3 | +6.0% |
| Burglary | 118.0 | F | 1253 | 24.0 | +391.0% |
| Larceny | 1198.6 | F | 13081 | 116.4 | +930.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 368.1 | F | 3394 | 22.2 | +1560.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 39 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 4 |
| Anti-Asian | 3 |
| Anti-White | 12 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Buddhist | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 5 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renton | 1 miles | B 79.8 | F 338.7 | Violent: 69.2% lower Property: 79.9% lower |
| Des Moines | 5 miles | A 62.1 | F 298.3 | Violent: 76.1% lower Property: 82.3% lower |
| Kent | 6 miles | F 188.3 | F 453.8 | Violent: 27.5% lower Property: 73.1% lower |
| Newcastle | 7 miles | A 23.5 | F 305.0 | Violent: 91.0% lower Property: 81.9% lower |
| Covington | 10 miles | A 41.6 | F 374.3 | Violent: 84.0% lower Property: 77.8% lower |