Riverton, WY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Riverton Police Department serves the city of Riverton, WY in Fremont County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,670 violent crimes and 1,977 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 240.2 per 100k residents, which is 126.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 277.1 per 100k, 69.4% 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 2 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 Rate240.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,670 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents83 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate64.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents191 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate277.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,977 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents170 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate184.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,528 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate73.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents268 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 240.2 | F | 1670 | 106.2 | +126.1% |
| Property Crime | 277.1 | F | 1977 | 163.6 | +69.4% |
| Rape | 9.2 | F | 83 | 3.5 | +161.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 64.7 | F | 191 | 22.3 | +190.5% |
| Burglary | 18.5 | B | 170 | 24.0 | -23.1% |
| Larceny | 184.7 | D | 1528 | 116.4 | +58.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 73.9 | F | 268 | 22.2 | +233.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lander | 11 miles | A 26.9 | C 147.8 | Violent: 88.8% lower Property: 46.7% lower |
| Dubois | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 106.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 61.7% lower |
| Thermopolis | 48 miles | A 37.1 | C 185.7 | Violent: 84.5% lower Property: 33.0% lower |
| Worland | 71 miles | B 83.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 65.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Mills | 82 miles | F 198.3 | B 110.2 | Violent: 17.4% lower Property: 60.2% lower |