Sitka, AK Crime


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Sitka, Alaska has a lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average, with a rate of 12.5 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, it still faces challenges with property crime, with a rate of 31 compared to the US average of 35.4. This small coastal town is known for its natural beauty and tight-knit community, but like any other city, it is not immune to crime. The crime rates in Sitka, AK may be influenced by its remote location and limited resources for law enforcement. However, efforts are being made to address these issues and ensure the safety of its residents and visitors. Despite its crime statistics, Sitka remains a charming and unique destination for travelers seeking an authentic Alaskan experience.

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

Sitka violent crime is 12.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Sitka property crime is 31.0. (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
Sitka, AK Crime History
*Closest City
Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
2002198.4066.111121.32722.7308.62149.5264.6
2003191.104533.7112.43056.9247.22450359.6
2004234.20100.422.3111.54349.3345.73691.3312.3
20053460111.622.3212.14040.2435.33325.9279
2006176.3044.111121.23273.4264.52810.5198.4
2007347.10100.80246.33246.8235.12798.9212.7
2008146.411.333.80101.43739.2202.73074.7461.8
2009202.3078.722.5101.23023.8202.32574.2247.3
2010375.7034.222.8318.82527.6216.32072.2239.1
2011177011.133.2132.82202.1309.8184844.3
2012132.501111110.41578.4187.61324.566.2
201377000772276.5230.91913.6132
201466.300066.32640.6408.82154.577.3
2015158.20011.3146.916611131491.556.5
2016135.80340101.91686.3135.81505.245.3
2017160.311.4011.4137.41865.8137.41659.868.7
2018244.50046.61982643.21982282.3163
2019188023.547117.51973.7211.51633129.2

   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Petersburg, AK314.42,766.43,039952019
Juneau, AK908.54,061.631,8251002019
Klawock, AK0.00.08771352002
Wrangell, AK80.4441.91,9981362019
Craig, AK533.11,523.21,2561382019
   Crime in Similar Size Cities
City Violent
per 100k
Property
per 100k
Pop. Miles Data
Year
Petersburg, AK314.42,766.43,039952019
Klawock, AK0.00.08771352002
Wrangell, AK80.4441.91,9981362019
Craig, AK533.11,523.21,2561382019
Haines, AK368.7532.61,7431522019

   Visualize the relationship between violent and property crime in similar size cities.

   Crime by Location

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Over 13 years ago

Sitka is a stunning place that, depending on your definition, can be quite sunny. Sitka had 260 days of sun in 2010 and 228 in 2009 if you count any day the sun comes  More

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Over 17 years ago

I've lived in the three largest communities in SE Alaska for over 25 years and Sitka is by far the best. It is known as the emerald of  More

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Sitka has got to be one of the most beautiful places on earth when the skies clear of rain and clouds... If you yearn for a remote island community with plenty of  More

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