Kapaa, HI Crime


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Kapaa, Hawaii is known for its beautiful beaches, stunning landscapes, and vibrant culture. However, beneath its picturesque exterior lies a growing issue of crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Kapaa is 8.8, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Property crime also remains relatively low at 27.3, compared to the US average of 35.4. These numbers may seem promising, but for a small town like Kapaa, any amount of crime is cause for concern. The community is working towards addressing this issue and promoting safety for its residents and visitors alike. Despite these challenges, Kapaa remains a charming and welcoming town, with its unique blend of Hawaiian culture and modern amenities.

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

Kapaa violent crime is 8.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Kapaa property crime is 27.3. (The US average is 35.4)


NOTE: The city of Kapaa, Hawaii does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Fortuna, California. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Fortuna, Hawaii. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Kauai, HI Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
City Violent
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Pop. Miles Data
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Kauai, HI  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock242019
Urban Honolulu, HI  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1092019
Maui, HI  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1952019
Hawaii, HI  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock3012019
Unalaska, AK  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock22312019
Fort Bragg, CA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock24042019
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Fortuna, CA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock24142019
Eureka, CA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock24192019
Arcata, CA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock24242019
Ukiah, CA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock24272019
Healdsburg, CA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock24342019
Half Moon Bay, CA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock24342010

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I have lived on Kaua'i, Hawai'i for about two years now, with about 20 years of prior vacationing (up to 1 month). Living here is much different than vacationing here,  More

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Over 7 years ago

My wife and I had the pleasure of visiting Kapaa in July of 2017. As tourists we found it a wonderful place. There were ample places to eat and shop for souvenirs.   More

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Over 8 years ago

For many, Kapaa is considered middle of the island in a way. Whether you are going North or going South, Kapaa seems to be a great midway point. There are tons of  More

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