High Crime · Population: 640,000
Detroit, Michigan is one of the higher-crime cities in the US, with a safety score of 11/100. The violent crime rate of 954.7 per 100K is significantly above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 640,000, Detroit reported 6,110 violent crimes and 39,210 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 13.6 per 100K |
| Rape | 101.1 per 100K |
| Robbery | 266.1 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 574 per 100K |
| Burglary | 1,220.8 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 4,175.6 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 730.1 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 6,110 |
| Property Crimes | 39,209 |
| Total Crimes | 45,319 |
With a safety score of 11/100, Detroit has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 87% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.