Crime Rate in Detroit, Michigan (2024)
Current crime statistics, safety grade, and trends for Detroit based on FBI data.
Key Insights
- →Detroit has a violent crime rate of 1781.3 per 100,000 residents, 396% above the national average.
- →The murder rate in Detroit is 31.2 per 100K, with 203 homicides reported in 2024.
- →Violent crime decreased by 13.2% compared to the previous year.
- →Detroit's violent crime rate is above the Michigan state average of 434.3/100K.
651,171
Population
1781.3
Violent Rate
31.2
Murder Rate
4305.3
Property Rate
Safety Grade
Year-over-Year Change
Violent crime in Detroit decreased by -13.2% from the previous year. The city is currently on a improving trajectory.
Crime Composition
Breakdown of violent crimes in Detroit by type:
1.8%
Murder
5.2%
Rape
10.3%
Robbery
82.7%
Assault
How Detroit Compares
Multi-Year Trend
| Year | Population | Violent Rate | Murder Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 651,171 | 1781.3 | 31.2 | 4305.3 |
| 2023 | 615,501 | 2052.1 | 40.6 | 4733.5 |
| 2022 | 626,757 | 2027.9 | 49.1 | 4478.3 |
| 2021 | 673,708 | 2153.6 | 45.0 | 3355.6 |
| 2020 | 659,616 | 2178.5 | 49.7 | 3210.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Detroit?
Detroit has a violent crime rate of 1781.3 per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 4305.3 per 100,000 residents, based on 2024 FBI data.
Is Detroit safe?
Detroit receives a safety grade of F based on its crime rates compared to other US cities. The city ranks in the 99th percentile for safety.
How does Detroit compare to the national average?
Detroit's violent crime rate of 1781.3/100K is above the national average of 359.1/100K. Its property crime rate is above the national average of 1955.0/100K.