Ruston, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ruston Police Department serves the city of Ruston, WA in Pierce County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 52 violent crimes and 270 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 96.4 per 100k residents, which is 9.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 1350.0 per 100k, 725.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 Rate96.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate96.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate1350.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents270 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate96.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents33 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate675.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents156 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate578.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 96.4 | C | 52 | 106.2 | -9.2% |
| Property Crime | 1350.0 | F | 270 | 163.6 | +725.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 96.4 | F | 16 | 22.3 | +333.3% |
| Burglary | 96.4 | F | 33 | 24.0 | +301.3% |
| Larceny | 675.0 | F | 156 | 116.4 | +480.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 578.6 | F | 77 | 22.2 | +2509.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gig Harbor | 4 miles | A 15.8 | D 228.5 | Violent: 83.7% lower Property: 83.1% lower |
| Fircrest | 4 miles | A 57.8 | D 231.3 | Violent: 40.0% lower Property: 82.9% lower |
| Fife | 7 miles | D 159.0 | F 645.3 | Violent: 64.9% higher Property: 52.2% lower |
| Lakewood | 9 miles | F 191.8 | F 370.6 | Violent: 98.8% higher Property: 72.5% lower |
| Steilacoom | 10 miles | A 60.5 | A 90.7 | Violent: 37.3% lower Property: 93.3% lower |