Williamsport, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Williamsport Police Department serves the city of Williamsport, PA in Lycoming County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 838 violent crimes and 1,881 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 88.1 per 100k residents, which is 17.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 113.8 per 100k, 30.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft 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 Rate88.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents838 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate3.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents12 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate14.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents145 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate113.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,881 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate99.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,611 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents119 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 88.1 | B | 838 | 106.2 | -17.0% |
| Property Crime | 113.8 | B | 1881 | 163.6 | -30.4% |
| Homicide | 3.7 | F | 12 | 0.5 | +588.8% |
| Robbery | 14.7 | F | 56 | 5.8 | +152.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.0 | C | 145 | 22.3 | -1.0% |
| Larceny | 99.1 | B | 1611 | 116.4 | -14.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.0 | A | 119 | 22.2 | -50.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Williamsport | 1 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 40.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 64.2% lower |
| Montoursville | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 256.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 125.4% higher |
| Muncy | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 124.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 9.6% higher |
| Old Lycoming Township | 8 miles | A 61.1 | B 142.7 | Violent: 30.6% lower Property: 25.3% higher |
| Montgomery | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 198.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 74.7% higher |