Is Juneau or Wasilla Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Juneau is safer than Wasilla (Safety Score 26/100 vs 21/100), with a total crime rate of 2,607 per 100,000 versus 2,881 for Wasilla — 10% lower. Juneau has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Juneau has a 68% lower rate.
Note: Juneau is 3.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Juneau, AK
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Juneau | Wasilla | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,606.6 | 2,880.9 | -274.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 537.8 | 459.0 | +78.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.2 | 9.8 | -6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 113.9 | 68.4 | +45.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 63.3 | 48.8 | +14.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 357.5 | 322.3 | +35.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,068.8 | 2,421.9 | -353.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 338.5 | 595.7 | -257.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,584.8 | 1,630.9 | -46.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 145.5 | 195.3 | -49.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Juneau or Wasilla safer?
Juneau is safer with a total crime rate of 2,607 per 100K vs 2,881 for Wasilla — a 10% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Juneau has a violent crime rate of 537.8 per 100K while Wasilla has 459.0. Wasilla has lower violent crime.
About Juneau, AK
Nestled between mountains and the Gastineau Channel, Juneau is Alaska's capital and the only U.S. state capital inaccessible by road. Its gold rush history shaped a community of around 32,000 residents, a diverse mix of government employees, tourism workers, and Tlingit people. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 31,612, Juneau has a total crime rate of 2,606.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Wasilla, AK
Wasilla, Alaska, a town in the Matanuska-Susitna Valley, is known as the original start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. This community, home to roughly 10,000 residents, serves as a hub for the surrounding rural areas. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 10,240, Wasilla has a total crime rate of 2,880.9 per 100,000 residents.