Wenatchee, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wenatchee Police Department serves the city of Wenatchee, WA in Chelan County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,161 violent crimes and 4,052 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 107.4 per 100k residents, which is 1.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 260.0 per 100k, 58.9% 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 4 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 Rate107.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,161 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents85 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents231 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate260.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,052 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate45.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents542 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate197.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,101 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate16.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents364 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 107.4 | C | 2161 | 106.2 | +1.1% |
| Property Crime | 260.0 | D | 4052 | 163.6 | +58.9% |
| Rape | 2.8 | B | 85 | 3.5 | -20.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.6 | C | 231 | 22.3 | +1.6% |
| Burglary | 45.2 | F | 542 | 24.0 | +88.2% |
| Larceny | 197.8 | F | 3101 | 116.4 | +70.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 16.9 | B | 364 | 22.2 | -23.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Wenatchee | 34 miles | A 50.0 | C 164.2 | Violent: 53.4% lower Property: 36.8% lower |
| Cle Elum | 48 miles | A 61.4 | C 184.3 | Violent: 42.8% lower Property: 29.1% lower |
| Kittitas | 51 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lynnwood | 55 miles | B 83.0 | F 596.7 | Violent: 22.7% lower Property: 129.5% higher |
| Darrington | 55 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 205.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 20.8% lower |