Richland, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Richland Police Department serves the city of Richland, WA in Benton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,574 violent crimes and 8,640 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 112.8 per 100k residents, which is 6.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 225.7 per 100k, 37.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 15 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 Rate112.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,574 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents196 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents107 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents512 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate225.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,640 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,311 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate188.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,551 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents744 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 112.8 | C | 3574 | 106.2 | +6.2% |
| Property Crime | 225.7 | D | 8640 | 163.6 | +37.9% |
| Rape | 6.3 | F | 196 | 3.5 | +77.3% |
| Robbery | 9.4 | F | 107 | 5.8 | +61.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.8 | B | 512 | 22.3 | -15.5% |
| Burglary | 20.4 | B | 1311 | 24.0 | -15.2% |
| Larceny | 188.0 | F | 6551 | 116.4 | +61.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.2 | B | 744 | 22.2 | -22.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 6 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Richland | 3 miles | A 37.7 | A 53.9 | Violent: 66.5% lower Property: 76.1% lower |
| Kennewick | 9 miles | D 144.5 | F 327.7 | Violent: 28.1% higher Property: 45.2% higher |
| Pasco | 9 miles | B 72.3 | D 230.5 | Violent: 36.0% lower Property: 2.1% higher |
| Prosser | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 158.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 29.8% lower |
| Connell | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |