Billings, MT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Billings Police Department serves the city of Billings, MT in Yellowstone County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 12,172 violent crimes and 24,798 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 184.6 per 100k residents, which is 73.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 300.8 per 100k, 83.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 19 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 FAnnual Rate184.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents12,172 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents507 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents645 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate65.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,869 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate300.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents24,798 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,053 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate248.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents17,647 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,952 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 184.6 | F | 12172 | 106.2 | +73.8% |
| Property Crime | 300.8 | F | 24798 | 163.6 | +83.8% |
| Rape | 4.1 | C | 507 | 3.5 | +16.5% |
| Robbery | 9.9 | F | 645 | 5.8 | +70.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 65.1 | F | 3869 | 22.3 | +192.4% |
| Burglary | 20.6 | B | 3053 | 24.0 | -14.3% |
| Larceny | 248.8 | F | 17647 | 116.4 | +113.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.0 | D | 3952 | 22.2 | +26.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 19 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Jewish | 3 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 6 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel | 30 miles | C 125.1 | F 347.5 | Violent: 32.2% lower Property: 15.5% higher |
| Columbus | 57 miles | A 52.0 | C 156.1 | Violent: 71.8% lower Property: 48.1% lower |
| Red Lodge | 61 miles | A 37.9 | A 37.9 | Violent: 79.5% lower Property: 87.4% lower |
| Bridger | 61 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Colstrip | 77 miles | C 99.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 46.1% lower Property: N/A |