Harlan, Iowa is a small, peaceful town with a close-knit community. However, even in this idyllic setting, crime still exists. According to the latest statistics, the violent crime rate in Harlan is 13.5, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. This means that Harlan has a relatively low rate of crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery compared to other cities in the United States. However, the property crime rate in Harlan is 7.6, which is also lower than the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. While these numbers may seem alarming, it is important to remember that Harlan is still a relatively safe place to live and the community works together to maintain its low crime rates. As a resident of Harlan, I am grateful for the strong sense of community and safety that we have here.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Harlan violent crime is 13.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Harlan property crime is 7.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.