Opelika, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Opelika Police Department serves the city of Opelika, AL in Lee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,179 violent crimes and 3,915 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 264.2 per 100k residents, which is 148.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 255.3 per 100k, 56.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate264.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,179 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate32.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents744 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate255.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,915 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents404 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate219.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,185 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents317 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 264.2 | F | 4179 | 106.2 | +148.8% |
| Property Crime | 255.3 | D | 3915 | 163.6 | +56.1% |
| Rape | 8.9 | F | 88 | 3.5 | +151.9% |
| Robbery | 3.0 | A | 85 | 5.8 | -49.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 32.7 | D | 744 | 22.3 | +46.7% |
| Burglary | 20.8 | B | 404 | 24.0 | -13.5% |
| Larceny | 219.7 | F | 3185 | 116.4 | +88.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.8 | B | 317 | 22.2 | -33.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn | 7 miles | B 83.2 | A 88.1 | Violent: 68.5% lower Property: 65.5% lower |
| Lafayette | 22 miles | A 38.3 | A 76.6 | Violent: 85.5% lower Property: 70.0% lower |
| Lanett | 22 miles | F 239.7 | C 194.8 | Violent: 9.3% lower Property: 23.7% lower |
| Valley | 22 miles | F 185.7 | F 332.3 | Violent: 29.7% lower Property: 30.1% higher |
| Phenix City | 23 miles | F 284.2 | F 360.5 | Violent: 7.5% higher Property: 41.2% higher |