Grafton, ND Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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20%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

60%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

12%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Grafton_{/100k people}	North Dakota_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	75	n/a (estimate)	1,828	2,209	2,281
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	3.3	5.7
Rape	3	n/a	73.1	50.0	38.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	25.9	66.5
Assault	3	n/a	73.1	188.2	264.1
Violent crime	6	n/a (estimate)	146	267	364
Burglary	37	n/a	902.0	320.1	250.7
Theft	25	n/a	609.5	1,400.9	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	7	n/a	170.6	220.2	318.7
Property crime	69	n/a (estimate)	1,682	1,941	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Grafton, ND

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Grafton is 34.2% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 10 violent crimes reported in Grafton, equivalent to 243 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 34.3%. Additionally, Grafton recorded 53 property crimes, amounting to 1287 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 34.1%.

Grafton showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

Is Grafton a Safe Place to Live?

Is Grafton a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Grafton has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 34%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.17 daily incidents, encompassing 0.03 violent crimes and 0.15 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Grafton as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Grafton Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Grafton has didn't change by 0%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Grafton, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 66.7%, while property crime has didn't change by 7%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Grafton is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Grafton

Grafton reports an unemployment rate of 2.1%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Grafton crime rates.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Grafton, the cost of living is 18.97% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Grafton, the average monthly rent stands at $702, while the national average is $949 per month.

Grafton crime map

The Grafton crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Grafton as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Grafton crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Grafton crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Grafton crime rates are 20% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Grafton are 60% lower than the national average
In Grafton you have a 1 in 55 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Grafton is safer than 49% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Grafton has increased by 19%

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Daily Crime In Grafton (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Grafton for every 100,000 residents. The Grafton total amount of daily crime is 1.21 times less than the North Dakota average and 1.25 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Grafton, is 1.83 times less than the North Dakota average, and it is 2.49 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Grafton has a daily crime average that is 1.15 times less than the North Dakota average and 1.14 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Grafton (higher is better)

How safe is Grafton, North Dakota compared to other cities in North Dakota and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Grafton is safer than 31% of the cities in North Dakota and 49% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in North Dakota and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Grafton. Overall, Grafton is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Grafton

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Grafton is 1 in 684

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Grafton is 1 in 60

The chance of being a victim of crime in Grafton is 1 in 55

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Grafton, North Dakota? If you reside in Grafton, then there is a 1 in 684 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 60. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 55 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Grafton.

Year Over Year Crime In Grafton (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Grafton, North Dakota (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Grafton has decreased by 40%, the amount of property crime in Grafton has increased by 31%, and the total amount of crime in Grafton has increased by 19% year over year.

Grafton police department

Item	Grafton	North Dakota	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	11	842	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.5	2.6	3.3

There are a total of 11 Grafton police officers. This results in 2.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 4% less than the North Dakota average and 22.2% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in North Dakota

State	Total offenders	North Dakota_/100K	National_/100K
North Dakota	1,982	293	266

There are a total of 1,982 sex offenders in North Dakota. This yields a total of 293 sex offenders in North Dakota per 100,000 residents which is 10% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Drayton, ND	803	135	135	270
Minto, ND	766	341	2,476	2,817
St. Thomas, ND	340	344	2,502	2,847
Hoople, ND	265	359	2,607	2,966
Forest River, ND	132	361	2,624	2,985
Conway, ND	13	386	2,805	3,191
Crystal, ND	94	405	2,946	3,351
Grafton, ND	4,139	146	1,682	1,828

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City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Falls City, NE	4,139	199	997	1,197
North Wilkesboro, NC	4,139	331	3,215	3,546
Haleyville, AL	4,139	483	3,655	4,138
Lincoln, ND	4,140	68	500	568
Broadmoor, CA	4,140	218	1,308	1,526
Grafton, ND	4,139	146	1,682	1,828

Source: The Grafton, ND crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.

Grafton, ND Crime Rates