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42%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
71%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
36%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleLaramie/100k peopleWyoming/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime435n/a (estimate)1,3591,8392,324
Murder1n/a3.12.66.3
Rape12n/a37.562.840.0
Robbery2n/a6.27.966.1
Assault19n/a59.4128.7268.2
Violent crime34n/a (estimate)106202370
Burglary66n/a206.2209.5269.8
Theft329n/a1,027.81,264.91,401.9
Vehicle theft6n/a18.7162.4282.7
Property crime401n/a (estimate)1,2531,6371,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Laramie, WY

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Laramie crime rate is 41.5% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Laramie, there were 34 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 106 per 100,000 individuals, 71.3% lower than the national average. Additionally, Laramie recorded 401 property crimes, amounting to 1253 per 100,000 residents, 35.9% lower than the U.S. average.

Laramie has one of the lowest violent crime rates of all cities in the United States. With a rate of 106 violent crimes per 100,000 people, Laramie ranks among the safest cities in the United States making it an attractive choice for those seeking a new place to call home.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Laramie?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Laramie. Based on the results of the surveys (27 responses), 85% of people felt that there was very little crime in Laramie and felt safe walking alone at night. While 15% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Laramie a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Laramie is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Laramie has a total crime rate that is 42% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.19 daily crimes (0.09 violent daily crimes and 1.1 daily property crimes) in Laramie.

Has Crime in Laramie Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Laramie has decreased by 17.1% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Laramie is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 53.4%, while property crime has decreased by 11.3%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Laramie.

Potential Causes for Crime in Laramie

Laramie reports an unemployment rate of 3%, 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 Laramie crime rates.

Laramie has a population density of 1770.9 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Laramie crime rates.

Laramie has a ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents that differs from the national norm, with 2.39 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to 3.25 nationwide. Crime rates are profoundly influenced by the effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing endeavors. A resilient and cooperative partnership between law enforcement agencies and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, ultimately enhancing safety. The efficacy of law enforcement extends beyond mere numbers and extends into the realm of community policing strategies, emphasizing the cultivation of trust and collaboration between officers and the community. It is not merely a matter of quantity but the quality of engagement with the community that matters most.

Laramie crime map



The Laramie crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Laramie 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 Laramie crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Laramie 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

      • Laramie crime rates are 42% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Laramie are 71% lower than the national average
      • In Laramie you have a 1 in 74 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Laramie is safer than 67% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Laramie has decreased by 15%

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        Daily Crime In Laramie (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Laramie, WY per 100,000 people. In Laramie, the total number of daily crimes is 1.35 times less than the Wyoming average and 1.71 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Laramie is 1.90 times less than the Wyoming average and 3.48 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Laramie has a daily crime rate that is 1.31 times less than the Wyoming average and 1.56 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Laramie (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Laramie to every other city in Wyoming, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Laramie safe? The gauges above illustrate that Laramie is safer than 59% of every city located within Wyoming along with 67% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Wyoming and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Laramie, WY is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Laramie

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Laramie is 1 in 942
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Laramie is 1 in 80
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Laramie is 1 in 74
        Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Laramie? In Laramie, WY you have a 1 in 942 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 80 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 74 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Laramie.

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

        Determining whether Laramie is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Laramie violent crime rates have decreased by 52%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 9% year over year. Total crimes for Laramie has decreased by 15% in the same time frame.

        Laramie police department

        Item Laramie Wyoming National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)76987558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.43.23.3
        There are a total of 76 Laramie police officers. This results in 2.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 25.9% less than the Wyoming average and 26.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Wyoming

        State Total offenders Wyoming /100K National /100K
        Wyoming2,403423266
        There are a total of 2,403 sex offenders in Wyoming. This yields a total of 423 sex offenders in Wyoming per 100,000 residents which is 59% 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
        Laramie, WY32,5151061,2531,359

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Gillette, WY32,5133251,9682,293
        Graham, WA32,5054684,1794,648
        South Riding, VA32,526101733834
        Lawndale, CA32,5334361,6802,116
        Massillon, OH32,4843872,3502,737
        Laramie, WY32,5151061,2531,359
        Source: The Laramie, WY crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. 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.