Cheyenne, WY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Cheyenne Police Department serves the city of Cheyenne, WY in Laramie County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,579 violent crimes and 11,467 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 153.9 per 100k residents, which is 44.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 281.5 per 100k, 72.0% 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 10 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 Rate153.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,579 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents263 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate7.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents675 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate281.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents11,467 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,288 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate231.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,813 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,311 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 153.9 | D | 5579 | 106.2 | +44.9% |
| Property Crime | 281.5 | F | 11467 | 163.6 | +72.0% |
| Rape | 3.1 | B | 263 | 3.5 | -12.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 7.8 | A | 675 | 22.3 | -65.0% |
| Burglary | 29.6 | D | 1288 | 24.0 | +23.0% |
| Larceny | 231.7 | F | 8813 | 116.4 | +99.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.2 | C | 1311 | 22.2 | -8.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Buddhist | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Jehovah's Witness | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Bluffs | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 88.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 68.5% lower |
| Laramie | 59 miles | B 77.3 | C 163.8 | Violent: 49.8% lower Property: 41.8% lower |
| Wheatland | 64 miles | A 29.0 | D 203.2 | Violent: 81.1% lower Property: 27.8% lower |
| Torrington | 72 miles | D 130.1 | C 162.7 | Violent: 15.5% lower Property: 42.2% lower |
| Rawlins | 116 miles | F 213.4 | B 118.6 | Violent: 38.6% higher Property: 57.9% lower |