Wharton, TX Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wharton Police Department serves the city of Wharton, TX in Wharton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 774 violent crimes and 1,021 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 56.9 per 100k residents, which is 46.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 159.2 per 100k, 2.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 ARape
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CBurglary
Grade DLarceny
Grade BMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade DCrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 56.9 | A | 774 | 106.2 | -46.5% |
| Property Crime | 159.2 | C | 1021 | 163.6 | -2.7% |
| Rape | 11.4 | F | 9 | 3.5 | +221.5% |
| Burglary | 34.1 | D | 170 | 24.0 | +42.0% |
| Larceny | 91.0 | B | 765 | 116.4 | -21.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 34.1 | D | 77 | 22.2 | +53.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Campo | 14 miles | D 165.3 | D 206.6 | Violent: 190.6% higher Property: 29.7% higher |
| Rosenberg | 24 miles | D 133.7 | B 143.2 | Violent: 135.0% higher Property: 10.1% lower |
| Sugar Land | 24 miles | A 43.2 | B 124.2 | Violent: 24.0% lower Property: 22.0% lower |
| Needville | 24 miles | C 97.0 | A 32.3 | Violent: 70.5% higher Property: 79.7% lower |
| Bay City | 25 miles | D 162.3 | F 266.7 | Violent: 185.5% higher Property: 67.5% higher |