Wyoming Crime Rate & Safety (2024)
FBI-verified crime statistics | Population: 287,280 | 0 reporting agencies
Violent Crime Rate
Property Crime Rate
Total Crime Rate
Wyoming Crime Overview
In 2024, Wyoming reported a total crime rate of 2,136.2 per 100,000 residents — 22% below the national average of 2,752.3. This ranks Wyoming #11 out of 50 states (safest first).
The most elevated crime category in Wyoming is rape at 1.6x the national rate.
Compared to the previous year, Wyoming's crime rate decreased by 13.8%, with violent crime up 2.2%.
Within the state, Jackson is the safest city (crime rate: 793), while Riverton has the highest rate (4,698).
Crime Breakdown
| Crime Type | Incidents | Rate per 100K | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 740 | 257.6 | 473.3 |
| Murder | 9 | 3.1 | 6.2 |
| Rape | 195 | 67.9 | 43.4 |
| Robbery | 37 | 12.9 | 93.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 497 | 173.0 | 330.0 |
| Property Crime | 5,397 | 1,878.7 | 2,279.1 |
| Burglary | 640 | 222.8 | 287.8 |
| Larceny-Theft | 4,346 | 1,512.8 | 1,638.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 411 | 143.1 | 352.4 |
| Arson | 0 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
Cities in Wyoming by Crime Rate
Cities ranked from safest to most dangerous (population 10,000+).
| # | City | Population | Total Crime Rate | Violent Crime Rate | Safety Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jackson | 10,592 | 793.1 | 188.8 | 85/100 |
| 2 | Green River | 11,395 | 851.3 | 228.2 | 84/100 |
| 3 | Cody | 10,306 | 931.5 | 165.0 | 83/100 |
| 4 | Sheridan | 19,809 | 1,130.8 | 141.4 | 79/100 |
| 5 | Laramie | 32,400 | 1,293.2 | 129.6 | 76/100 |
| 6 | Rock Springs | 22,778 | 1,404.9 | 127.3 | 74/100 |
| 7 | Gillette | 33,503 | 1,716.3 | 197.0 | 68/100 |
| 8 | Evanston | 11,823 | 2,021.5 | 389.1 | 63/100 |
| 9 | Casper | 58,526 | 2,400.6 | 288.8 | 56/100 |
| 10 | Cheyenne | 65,143 | 3,317.3 | 328.5 | 39/100 |
| 11 | Riverton | 11,005 | 4,697.9 | 754.2 | 14/100 |
Wyoming Crime Rate Trends
| Year | Population | Total Crime Rate | Violent Crime Rate | Property Crime Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 287,280 | 2,136.2 | 257.6 | 1,878.7 |
| 2023 | 285,337 | 2,478.1 | 252.0 | 2,226.1 |
| 2022 | 226,714 | 2,391.1 | 244.8 | 2,146.3 |
| 2021 | 216,210 | 2,453.2 | 261.3 | 2,191.9 |
| 2020 | 273,301 | 2,492.5 | 257.6 | 2,234.9 |
| 2019 | 262,424 | 2,529.5 | 241.6 | 2,287.9 |
Wyoming vs Neighboring States
How does Wyoming's crime rate compare to its neighbors?
| State | Total Crime Rate | Violent Crime Rate | Property Crime Rate | vs Wyoming |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 2,136.2 | 257.6 | 1,878.7 | — |
| Idaho | 1,248.2 | 271.4 | 976.9 | -41.6% |
| Utah | 1,864.1 | 267.1 | 1,597.0 | -12.7% |
| Nebraska | 2,778.5 | 312.5 | 2,466.0 | +30.1% |
| South Dakota | 2,931.1 | 455.0 | 2,476.1 | +37.2% |
| Montana | 3,449.5 | 576.6 | 2,872.9 | +61.5% |
| Colorado | 3,866.0 | 609.8 | 3,256.2 | +81.0% |
Among neighboring states, Idaho has the lowest crime rate (1,248 per 100K). Colorado has the highest (3,866 per 100K).