Alpena, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Alpena Police Department serves the city of Alpena, MI in Alpena County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,072 violent crimes and 667 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 168.1 per 100k residents, which is 58.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 79.1 per 100k, 51.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 DAnnual Rate168.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,072 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate29.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate29.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents144 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate79.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents667 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate79.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents516 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 168.1 | D | 1072 | 106.2 | +58.2% |
| Property Crime | 79.1 | A | 667 | 163.6 | -51.7% |
| Rape | 29.7 | F | 80 | 3.5 | +738.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 29.7 | D | 144 | 22.3 | +33.3% |
| Larceny | 79.1 | B | 516 | 116.4 | -32.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rogers City | 31 miles | A 67.5 | A 33.8 | Violent: 59.8% lower Property: 57.3% lower |
| Oscoda Township | 46 miles | A 68.6 | A 27.4 | Violent: 59.2% lower Property: 65.3% lower |
| Tawas City | 59 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cheboygan | 59 miles | C 123.5 | D 205.8 | Violent: 26.5% lower Property: 160.3% higher |
| Mackinaw City | 59 miles | F 235.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 40.3% higher Property: N/A |