Moderately Safe · Population: 164,345
Wilmington, Delaware is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 67/100. The violent crime rate of 583.4 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 164,345, Wilmington reported 959 violent crimes and 3,292 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 23.5 per 100K |
| Rape | 72.8 per 100K |
| Robbery | 100.9 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 386.2 per 100K |
| Burglary | 546.7 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 966.4 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 490.2 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 958 |
| Property Crimes | 3,292 |
| Total Crimes | 4,250 |
With a safety score of 67/100, Wilmington is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 77% 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.