Located on the southern coast of Alaska, Seward is a small city with a population of just over 2,600 people. Despite its picturesque setting and small-town charm, Seward has unfortunately experienced higher rates of crime compared to the rest of the United States. According to data from
, the city has a violent crime rate of 38.4, significantly higher than the US average of 22.7. Property crime is also a concern in Seward, with a rate of 35, just slightly below the national average of 35.4. This means that residents of Seward are at a greater risk of becoming victims of crime compared to other cities in the US. Efforts to combat and reduce crime in Seward are ongoing, but it is important for residents and visitors to remain vigilant and take precautions to stay safe in this beautiful Alaskan city.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Seward violent crime is 38.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Seward property crime is 35.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.