Sparks, NV Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sparks Police Department serves the city of Sparks, NV in Washoe County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,624 violent crimes and 11,814 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 149.9 per 100k residents, which is 41.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 230.3 per 100k, 40.8% 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 22 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 Rate149.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,624 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents433 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents406 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,400 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate230.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents11,814 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,846 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate183.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,113 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,807 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 149.9 | D | 9624 | 106.2 | +41.1% |
| Property Crime | 230.3 | D | 11814 | 163.6 | +40.8% |
| Rape | 6.4 | F | 433 | 3.5 | +81.0% |
| Robbery | 7.3 | D | 406 | 5.8 | +25.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.3 | B | 1400 | 22.3 | -17.9% |
| Burglary | 22.9 | C | 1846 | 24.0 | -4.9% |
| Larceny | 183.7 | D | 8113 | 116.4 | +57.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.0 | C | 1807 | 22.2 | -5.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 22 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 10 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yerington | 49 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Fallon | 53 miles | C 105.2 | B 126.3 | Violent: 29.8% lower Property: 45.2% lower |
| Reno | 81 miles | F 184.7 | D 208.8 | Violent: 23.2% higher Property: 9.4% lower |
| Lovelock | 95 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 108.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 53.1% lower |
| Winnemucca | 155 miles | F 357.9 | B 143.2 | Violent: 138.8% higher Property: 37.8% lower |