Moses Lake, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Moses Lake Police Department serves the city of Moses Lake, WA in Grant County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,884 violent crimes and 5,501 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 122.3 per 100k residents, which is 15.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 393.6 per 100k, 140.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 9 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 CAnnual Rate122.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,884 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents89 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents429 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate393.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,501 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents793 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate324.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,221 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate26.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents451 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 122.3 | C | 1884 | 106.2 | +15.1% |
| Property Crime | 393.6 | F | 5501 | 163.6 | +140.6% |
| Robbery | 3.8 | B | 89 | 5.8 | -34.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.5 | A | 429 | 22.3 | -48.5% |
| Burglary | 42.0 | F | 793 | 24.0 | +74.9% |
| Larceny | 324.8 | F | 4221 | 116.4 | +179.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.8 | D | 451 | 22.2 | +20.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 9 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quincy | 0 miles | B 70.3 | C 175.7 | Violent: 42.5% lower Property: 55.4% lower |
| Soap Lake | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 58.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 85.1% lower |
| Grand Coulee | 0 miles | C 105.9 | D 211.9 | Violent: 13.4% lower Property: 46.2% lower |
| Mattawa | 0 miles | A 20.9 | A 20.9 | Violent: 82.9% lower Property: 94.7% lower |
| Royal City | 0 miles | C 105.9 | A 52.9 | Violent: 13.4% lower Property: 86.5% lower |