Diomede, AK, a small village located on the remote island of Little Diomede in the Bering Strait, has a higher rate of violent and property crime compared to the national average. According to the latest statistics, the village has a violent crime rate of 38.1, which is significantly higher than the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of Diomede are more likely to experience violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the property crime rate in Diomede is 46.5, which is also higher than the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. These high crime rates can be attributed to the remote location and limited law enforcement resources in Diomede, making it easier for criminals to operate without being caught. The residents of Diomede face unique challenges and safety concerns due to these crime rates, making it crucial for the village to address and combat this issue.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Diomede violent crime is 38.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Diomede property crime is 46.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Diomede, Alaska does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Nome, Alaska. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Nome, Alaska. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.