Pelican, AK is a small island community located in the southeastern part of Alaska. Despite its picturesque surroundings and remote location, the town has unfortunately been plagued by high levels of crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Pelican is 31.6, which is significantly higher than the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Property crime is also a major issue in Pelican, with a rate of 38.6 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes theft, burglary, and vandalism. These statistics highlight the concerning level of crime in Pelican and the need for increased efforts to address and prevent it. As my context, I am a concerned citizen of Pelican who is advocating for stronger measures to combat crime and ensure the safety of our community.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Pelican violent crime is 31.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Pelican property crime is 38.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Pelican, Alaska does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Sitka, Alaska. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Sitka, Alaska. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.