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Utah Crime & Safety

Crime rates and safety scores for all 29 counties.

Avg Violent Crime Rate

179.0

per 100K

Avg Property Crime Rate

1026.0

per 100K

Avg Safety Score

98/100

State Overview

Crime & Safety in Utah

National Context

Utah Ranks Among the Nation’s Safest States

Utah maintains a total crime rate of 1,204.8 per 100K residents, which is nearly 50% lower than the national average of 2,385.5. This significant gap places the Beehive State firmly on the safer end of the national spectrum. Residents enjoy a level of security that far outpaces most of the United States.

Violent vs. Property Crime

Property Offenses Drive Majority of Local Crime

Property crime accounts for 1,026.2 incidents per 100K, vastly overshadowing the relatively low violent crime rate of 178.7. While property concerns are the primary issue for residents, the violent crime rate remains less than half of the national benchmark of 369.8. This data suggests that while theft is a factor, personal safety risks are statistically minimal.

Safest Counties

Zero Reported Crime in Three Rural Counties

Daggett, Emery, and Piute counties lead the state with reported crime rates of 0.0 per 100K residents. These areas showcase an exceptional standard of safety that is rarely seen in national datasets. Their tight-knit communities contribute to an environment where both violent and property crimes are virtually nonexistent.

Crime Hotspots

Urban Centers and High-Activity Areas

Salt Lake County records the state's highest rate at 3,609.2 per 100K, driven largely by property crime in the urban core. Duchesne and Grand counties follow, with Grand County notably posting the highest violent crime rate at 557.9 per 100K. These figures reflect the unique public safety challenges faced by Utah’s more populous or tourist-heavy regions.

The Takeaway

A High Quality of Life Focused on Safety

Utah offers a remarkably safe environment for residents, with an average crime rate that sits well below national figures. While urban areas like Salt Lake County require standard precautions, the state as a whole remains an attractive destination for families and prospective movers. People across the Beehive State can find peace of mind in Utah's widespread commitment to low-crime communities.

All Utah Counties

CountySafety Score
Daggett County100/100
Emery County100/100
Piute County100/100
Wayne County100/100
San Juan County100/100
Rich County99/100
Sanpete County99/100
Morgan County99/100
Wasatch County99/100
Garfield County99/100
Beaver County99/100
Cache County98/100
Kane County98/100
Carbon County98/100
Millard County98/100
Utah County98/100
Iron County98/100
Juab County98/100
Uintah County98/100
Washington County98/100
Davis County98/100
Summit County98/100
Sevier County97/100
Box Elder County97/100
Tooele County97/100
Weber County97/100
Grand County97/100
Duchesne County96/100
Salt Lake County94/100

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.

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