Atlantic, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Atlantic Police Department serves the city of Atlantic, IA in Cass County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 378 violent crimes and 644 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 88.7 per 100k residents, which is 16.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 177.5 per 100k, 8.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 BAnnual Rate88.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents378 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate29.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents97 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate177.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents644 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate147.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents521 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 88.7 | B | 378 | 106.2 | -16.4% |
| Property Crime | 177.5 | C | 644 | 163.6 | +8.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 29.6 | D | 97 | 22.3 | +32.9% |
| Burglary | 14.8 | A | 78 | 24.0 | -38.4% |
| Larceny | 147.9 | D | 521 | 116.4 | +27.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.8 | B | 37 | 22.2 | -33.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audubon | 22 miles | D 149.8 | A 50.0 | Violent: 68.9% higher Property: 71.9% lower |
| Council Bluffs | 28 miles | C 110.9 | D 212.2 | Violent: 25.0% higher Property: 19.5% higher |
| Red Oak | 30 miles | D 146.1 | A 54.8 | Violent: 64.7% higher Property: 69.1% lower |
| Creston | 41 miles | C 95.8 | A 82.1 | Violent: 7.9% higher Property: 53.8% lower |
| Glenwood | 45 miles | A 19.3 | A 96.5 | Violent: 78.3% lower Property: 45.6% lower |