Wayne County, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Wayne County in IN is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 236 violent crimes and 257 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 22.1 per 100k residents, which is 79.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 12.9 per 100k, 92.1% 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 AAnnual Rate22.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents236 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents12 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate12.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents257 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents164 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate1.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 22.1 | A | 236 | 106.2 | -79.2% |
| Property Crime | 12.9 | A | 257 | 163.6 | -92.1% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 1 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 8 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 1 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 1.8 | A | 12 | 22.3 | -91.7% |
| Burglary | 5.5 | A | 56 | 24.0 | -77.0% |
| Larceny | 5.5 | A | 164 | 116.4 | -95.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1.8 | A | 34 | 22.2 | -91.7% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Wayne County Sheriff's Office
Hagerstown Police Department
Hagerstown, IN