Alaska Crime & Safety
Crime rates and safety scores for all 30 counties.
Avg Violent Crime Rate
275.0
per 100K
Avg Property Crime Rate
587.0
per 100K
Avg Safety Score
99/100
State Overview
Crime & Safety in Alaska
National Context
Alaska's Reported Crime Falls Well Below National Averages
Alaska averages 861.7 total crimes per 100,000 residents, a figure significantly lower than the national average of 2,385.5 per 100,000. This data places the state on the safer end of the spectrum relative to other jurisdictions, though reporting covers 66.7% of the state's boroughs. Residents in reporting areas experience roughly one-third of the total crime seen across the broader United States.
Violent vs. Property Crime
Property Offenses Outpace Violent Crime in Reporting Areas
Property crimes dominate the landscape at 586.8 per 100,000 residents, more than double the state's violent crime rate of 274.9. Despite this internal ratio, both categories remain below national benchmarks of 2,015.7 for property and 369.8 for violent offenses. Most Alaskans in these reporting jurisdictions face a lower statistical risk of personal harm compared to the average American.
Safest Counties
Zero Reported Crimes in Several Remote Boroughs
Aleutians East Borough, Dillingham Census Area, and Hoonah-Angoon Census Area all report a total crime rate of 0.0 per 100,000 residents. These regions stand out for their lack of documented incidents, reflecting either high community safety or unique challenges in data reporting for remote wilderness areas. Their presence significantly lowers the state's overall average compared to the national baseline.
Crime Hotspots
Crime Rates Peak in Major Population Centers
Anchorage Municipality reports the state's highest rate at 3,896.8 per 100,000 residents, driven by higher concentrations of property and violent offenses. Fairbanks North Star Borough and Bristol Bay Borough follow with rates of 1,854.6 and 1,639.4 respectively, mirroring the typical safety challenges found in urban or high-traffic hubs. Even in these busier areas, crime remains more localized compared to many major Lower 48 metropolitan centers.
The Takeaway
A Diverse Safety Landscape Across the Last Frontier
Alaska offers a unique safety profile where many rural areas report virtually no crime, while urban centers like Anchorage exceed the national average. While the state's aggregate 861.7 per 100,000 rate suggests a high level of security, prospective residents should investigate specific boroughs to understand local conditions. Overall, the state remains a statistically safe alternative to many other regions of the country.
Safest Counties
All Alaska Counties
Crime rates per 100K population. — = data pending.
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.