Ritzville, WA, a small town located in Adams County, has seen a significant decrease in violent crime compared to the national average. With a violent crime rate of 8.5, it falls well below the US average of 22.7. However, the same cannot be said for property crime, as Ritzville's rate of 66.8 is almost double the national average of 35.4. This discrepancy between violent and property crime rates could be attributed to the town's rural location and smaller population, making it more difficult for law enforcement to combat property crimes. Despite this, the overall crime rate in Ritzville remains relatively low, providing a safe environment for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Ritzville violent crime is 8.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Ritzville property crime is 66.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.