Powell, WY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Powell Police Department serves the city of Powell, WY in Park County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 373 violent crimes and 487 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 198.1 per 100k residents, which is 86.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 167.6 per 100k, 2.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 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 Rate198.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents373 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate167.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents487 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate121.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents346 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 198.1 | F | 373 | 106.2 | +86.5% |
| Property Crime | 167.6 | C | 487 | 163.6 | +2.4% |
| Burglary | 45.7 | F | 94 | 24.0 | +90.2% |
| Larceny | 121.9 | C | 346 | 116.4 | +4.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greybull | 41 miles | A 54.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 72.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Cody | 45 miles | B 87.2 | A 38.8 | Violent: 56.0% lower Property: 76.9% lower |
| Worland | 65 miles | B 83.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 58.0% lower Property: N/A |
| Thermopolis | 73 miles | A 37.1 | C 185.7 | Violent: 81.2% lower Property: 10.8% higher |
| Sheridan | 88 miles | F 210.6 | A 102.7 | Violent: 6.3% higher Property: 38.7% lower |