High Crime · Population: 282,627
Gary, Indiana is one of the higher-crime cities in the US, with a safety score of 14/100. The violent crime rate of 1,960.9 per 100K is significantly above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 282,627, Gary reported 5,542 violent crimes and 13,807 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 104.9 per 100K |
| Rape | 255.7 per 100K |
| Robbery | 477.8 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 1,122.4 per 100K |
| Burglary | 788 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,056.2 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1,041.2 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 5,541 |
| Property Crimes | 13,807 |
| Total Crimes | 19,348 |
With a safety score of 14/100, Gary has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 71% 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.