Basalt, CO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Basalt Police Department serves the city of Basalt, CO in Eagle, Pitkin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 125 violent crimes and 153 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 73.2 per 100k residents, which is 31.1% below the national average. Property crime averages 24.4 per 100k, 85.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 BAnnual Rate73.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents125 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents14 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate24.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents153 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate24.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents129 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 73.2 | B | 125 | 106.2 | -31.1% |
| Property Crime | 24.4 | A | 153 | 163.6 | -85.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.4 | C | 14 | 22.3 | +9.5% |
| Larceny | 24.4 | A | 129 | 116.4 | -79.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbondale | 10 miles | A 44.6 | A 14.9 | Violent: 39.0% lower Property: 39.0% lower |
| Snowmass Village | 12 miles | D 134.8 | F 303.2 | Violent: 84.2% higher Property: 1143.8% higher |
| Aspen | 16 miles | A 45.3 | F 408.0 | Violent: 38.0% lower Property: 1573.4% higher |
| Glenwood Springs | 20 miles | B 86.6 | F 346.2 | Violent: 18.3% higher Property: 1320.1% higher |
| Eagle | 26 miles | A 40.5 | A 27.0 | Violent: 44.6% lower Property: 10.7% higher |