Crime Rate in Washington, District of Columbia (2024)
Current crime statistics, safety grade, and trends for Washington based on FBI data.
Key Insights
- →Washington has a violent crime rate of 925.9 per 100,000 residents, 158% above the national average.
- →The murder rate in Washington is 25.5 per 100K, with 179 homicides reported in 2024.
- →Violent crime decreased by 11.6% compared to the previous year.
702,250
Population
925.9
Violent Rate
25.5
Murder Rate
3588.0
Property Rate
Safety Grade
Year-over-Year Change
Violent crime in Washington decreased by -11.6% from the previous year. The city is currently on a volatile trajectory.
Crime Composition
Breakdown of violent crimes in Washington by type:
2.8%
Murder
3.7%
Rape
47.4%
Robbery
46.2%
Assault
How Washington Compares
Multi-Year Trend
| Year | Population | Violent Rate | Murder Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 702,250 | 925.9 | 25.5 | 3588.0 |
| 2023 | 678,972 | 1047.5 | 38.9 | 4157.6 |
| 2022 | 671,803 | 744.7 | 29.3 | 3484.4 |
| 2020 | 712,816 | 957.9 | 27.8 | 3431.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Washington?
Washington has a violent crime rate of 925.9 per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 3588.0 per 100,000 residents, based on 2024 FBI data.
Is Washington safe?
Washington receives a safety grade of F based on its crime rates compared to other US cities. The city ranks in the 97th percentile for safety.
How does Washington compare to the national average?
Washington's violent crime rate of 925.9/100K is above the national average of 359.1/100K. Its property crime rate is above the national average of 1955.0/100K.