Whatcom, WA County has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the county's violent crime rate is 10.9, significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of Whatcom can feel relatively safe in their community, as the likelihood of experiencing a violent crime is lower than in other parts of the country. However, property crime in the county is slightly higher than the national average at 37.5, as opposed to 35.4. This includes crimes such as theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. While the overall crime rate in Whatcom may be lower, it is still important for residents and visitors to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and protect their belongings.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Whatcom County violent crime is 10.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Whatcom County property crime is 37.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Whatcom, Washington does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Bellingham, Washington. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Bellingham, Washington. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.