Elma, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elma Police Department serves the city of Elma, WA in Grays Harbor County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 239 violent crimes and 340 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 201.2 per 100k residents, which is 89.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 229.9 per 100k, 40.5% above 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 FAnnual Rate201.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents239 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate229.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents340 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate172.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents242 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate57.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 201.2 | F | 239 | 106.2 | +89.4% |
| Property Crime | 229.9 | D | 340 | 163.6 | +40.5% |
| Larceny | 172.4 | D | 242 | 116.4 | +48.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 57.5 | F | 29 | 22.2 | +159.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mccleary | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 48.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 78.8% lower |
| Montesano | 0 miles | C 95.8 | A 47.9 | Violent: 52.4% lower Property: 79.2% lower |
| Cosmopolis | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Oakville | 0 miles | D 136.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 32.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Westport | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 393.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 71.2% higher |