Bethel, AK Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bethel Police Department serves the city of Bethel, AK in Bethel County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,293 violent crimes and 382 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 288.1 per 100k residents, which is 171.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 48.0 per 100k, 70.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 FAnnual Rate288.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,293 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate32.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate64.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents335 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate48.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents382 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate32.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents193 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate16.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 288.1 | F | 2293 | 106.2 | +171.3% |
| Property Crime | 48.0 | A | 382 | 163.6 | -70.6% |
| Rape | 32.0 | F | 141 | 3.5 | +805.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 64.0 | F | 335 | 22.3 | +187.7% |
| Larceny | 32.0 | A | 193 | 116.4 | -72.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 16.0 | B | 80 | 22.2 | -27.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dillingham | 93 miles | A 43.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 85.1% lower Property: N/A |
| Bristol Bay Borough | 187 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Seward | 268 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Nome | 295 miles | F 440.3 | A 82.5 | Violent: 52.8% higher Property: 71.9% higher |
| Kenai | 301 miles | D 167.4 | A 64.4 | Violent: 41.9% lower Property: 34.1% higher |