Juneau, AK Crime


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Juneau, Alaska has a relatively high crime rate compared to the national average. According to , the violent crime rate in Juneau is 37.9, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Juneau are more likely to experience crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. In addition, the property crime rate in Juneau is 55.6, which is also higher than the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The high crime rate in Juneau may be attributed to factors such as its remote location, harsh climate, and a relatively small population. Additionally, the prevalence of drug-related crimes in the area may also contribute to the overall crime rate. Despite these challenges, the local government and law enforcement agencies are continuously working to improve safety and security in Juneau for its residents and visitors.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Juneau violent crime is 37.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Juneau property crime is 55.6. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Juneau, AK Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
20033130116.216.1180.73988.3319.43565.6103.3
2004460.20123.822.2314.24386.6517.43748.6120.6
2005428.4095.244.4288.84113.1396.73567.2149.2
2006393.26.4102.328.8255.74714.7620.13915.6179
2007409.83.371.655.3279.74436.3565.93698172.4
2008397.508829.3280.23782.7459.43173.5149.9
2009454.5080.658315.94660.9857.43681122.5
2010429.53.264.674.3287.44918.3584.54130.3203.4
2011499.604478.6377.13849.2348.83377.8122.5
2012353.3027.649.2276.53376288.82995.192.2
2013406.7054.645.5306.63226.5306.62810.7109.3
2014572.9369.772.8427.42643.4312.22243.287.9
2015877.412.3224.786.2554.23762.1517.23063.2181.6
2016855.50109.294652.24838.6940.43676.7221.5
2017936.83.1154.6142.2636.95203.41007.93901.8293.7
20188273.1128.4115.9579.54855.69213524.2410.4
2019908.59.475.4141.5682.24061.6587.93181.4292.4

   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Haines, AK368.7532.61,743712019
Skagway, AK86.3776.5936812019
Sitka, AK188.01,973.79,073892019
Petersburg, AK314.42,766.43,0391262019
Wrangell, AK80.4441.91,9981712019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Wasilla, AK439.85,313.87,9695602019
Fairbanks, AK784.34,296.232,4566192019
Lynden, WA92.61,739.912,8088142019
Ferndale, WA110.82,133.111,6778172018
Anacortes, WA114.42,213.616,0978372019

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Over 8 years ago

Juneau's strong points are its unique geography and scenery, outdoor recreation options, availability of fresh seafood, and its thriving arts & culture  More

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Over 10 years ago

Juneau AK has over 50 trails in and around our community. They can be short as a jaunt from the road to the water to go shell collecting or much longer. Such as a hike  More

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Over 11 years ago

If you want wilderness, mountains, ocean, fishing, hunting, hiking, snow, rain, and cold, this is the place to  More

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