Below Average · Population: 270,570
Anchorage, Alaska is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 32/100. The violent crime rate of 971.4 per 100K is significantly above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 270,570, Anchorage reported 2,628 violent crimes and 11,956 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 45.9 per 100K |
| Rape | 100.9 per 100K |
| Robbery | 290.9 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 533.8 per 100K |
| Burglary | 946.8 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,643.4 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 828.7 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 2,628 |
| Property Crimes | 11,956 |
| Total Crimes | 14,584 |
With a safety score of 32/100, Anchorage has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 82% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.