Cass County, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Cass County in MI is served by 3 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 1,889 violent crimes and 1,414 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 172.5 per 100k residents, which is +62.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 83.5 per 100k, -48.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape 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 FHomicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FRobbery
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade DProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade ABurglary
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Larceny
Grade BMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 172.5 | F | 1889 | 106.2 | +62.4% |
| Property Crime | 83.5 | A | 1414 | 163.6 | -48.9% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 2 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 6.0 | F | 74 | 3.5 | +69.9% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 21 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.9 | D | 219 | 22.3 | +30.1% |
| Burglary | 0.0 | A | 152 | 24.0 | -100.0% |
| Larceny | 78.6 | B | 1107 | 116.4 | -32.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0.0 | A | 148 | 22.2 | -100.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Cassopolis Police Department
Cassopolis, MI
Dowagiac Police Department
Dowagiac, MI
Ontwa Township-Edwardsburg Police Department
Ontwa Township-Edwardsburg, MI