Yonkers, NY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Yonkers Police Department serves the city of Yonkers, NY in Westchester County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,756 violent crimes and 10,134 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 79.8 per 100k residents, which is 24.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 107.9 per 100k, 34.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 25 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 BAnnual Rate79.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,756 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents955 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,178 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate107.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents10,134 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,275 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate78.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,535 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate16.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,257 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 79.8 | B | 7756 | 106.2 | -24.8% |
| Property Crime | 107.9 | B | 10134 | 163.6 | -34.1% |
| Robbery | 9.7 | F | 955 | 5.8 | +66.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.8 | B | 2178 | 22.3 | -10.9% |
| Burglary | 11.1 | A | 1275 | 24.0 | -53.7% |
| Larceny | 78.4 | B | 7535 | 116.4 | -32.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 16.4 | B | 1257 | 22.2 | -25.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 25 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 5 |
| Anti-Jewish | 5 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon | 3 miles | B 93.2 | B 134.2 | Violent: 16.7% higher Property: 24.4% higher |
| Tuckahoe Village | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hastings-On-Hudson Village | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 84.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 21.3% lower |
| Pelham Village | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 14.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 87.0% lower |
| Eastchester Town | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 59.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 44.5% lower |