Wenatchee, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wenatchee Police Department serves the city of Wenatchee, WA in Chelan County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,161 violent crimes and 4,052 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 107.4 per 100k residents, which is 1.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 260.0 per 100k, 58.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate107.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,161 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents231 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate260.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,052 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents542 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate197.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,101 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate16.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents364 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 107.4 | C | 2161 | 106.2 | +1.1% |
| Property Crime | 260.0 | D | 4052 | 163.6 | +58.9% |
| Rape | 2.8 | B | 85 | 3.5 | -20.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.6 | C | 231 | 22.3 | +1.6% |
| Burglary | 45.2 | F | 542 | 24.0 | +88.2% |
| Larceny | 197.8 | F | 3101 | 116.4 | +70.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 16.9 | B | 364 | 22.2 | -23.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Wenatchee | 34 miles | A 50.0 | C 164.2 | Violent: 53.4% lower Property: 36.8% lower |
| Cle Elum | 48 miles | A 61.4 | C 184.3 | Violent: 42.8% lower Property: 29.1% lower |
| Kittitas | 51 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lynnwood | 55 miles | B 83.0 | F 596.7 | Violent: 22.7% lower Property: 129.5% higher |
| Darrington | 55 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 205.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 20.8% lower |