Reno, NV Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Reno Police Department serves the city of Reno, NV in Washoe County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 26,542 violent crimes and 35,038 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 184.7 per 100k residents, which is 73.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 208.8 per 100k, 27.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 85 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 Rate184.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents26,542 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents1,248 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents1,556 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate33.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents4,999 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate208.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents35,038 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate27.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents5,700 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate152.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents23,362 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,851 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 184.7 | F | 26542 | 106.2 | +73.9% |
| Property Crime | 208.8 | D | 35038 | 163.6 | +27.6% |
| Rape | 8.6 | F | 1248 | 3.5 | +144.3% |
| Robbery | 7.6 | D | 1556 | 5.8 | +29.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 33.1 | D | 4999 | 22.3 | +48.8% |
| Burglary | 27.4 | C | 5700 | 24.0 | +13.9% |
| Larceny | 152.3 | D | 23362 | 116.4 | +30.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.8 | D | 5851 | 22.2 | +29.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 85 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Sikh | 2 |
| Anti-Asian | 12 |
| Anti-Hindu | 1 |
| Anti-White | 12 |
| Anti-Female | 4 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 5 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 2 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 11 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 3 |
| Anti-Church of Jesus Christ | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 20 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lovelock | 71 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 108.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 48.2% lower |
| Sparks | 81 miles | D 149.9 | D 230.3 | Violent: 18.8% lower Property: 10.3% higher |
| Winnemucca | 96 miles | F 357.9 | B 143.2 | Violent: 93.8% higher Property: 31.4% lower |
| Fallon | 98 miles | C 105.2 | B 126.3 | Violent: 43.0% lower Property: 39.5% lower |
| Yerington | 122 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |