Gallatin County, MT Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Gallatin County in MT is served by 5 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 5,282 violent crimes and 7,719 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 76.8 per 100k residents, which is 27.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 105.3 per 100k, 35.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 BAnnual Rate76.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,282 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade BAnnual Rate0.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents527 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,325 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate105.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,719 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents498 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate78.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,555 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents634 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 76.8 | B | 5282 | 106.2 | -27.7% |
| Property Crime | 105.3 | A | 7719 | 163.6 | -35.6% |
| Homicide | 0.3 | B | 26 | 0.5 | -34.7% |
| Rape | 2.9 | B | 527 | 3.5 | -18.8% |
| Robbery | 1.4 | A | 42 | 5.8 | -75.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.3 | C | 1325 | 22.3 | +13.7% |
| Burglary | 20.3 | B | 498 | 24.0 | -15.5% |
| Larceny | 78.6 | B | 6555 | 116.4 | -32.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.4 | A | 634 | 22.2 | -71.1% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Gallatin County Sheriff's Office
Bozeman Police Department
Bozeman, MT
Belgrade Police Department
Belgrade, MT
West Yellowstone Police Department
West Yellowstone, MT
Manhattan Police Department
Manhattan, MT