Iron County Crime & Safety
Iron County, Utah
FBI UCRSafety Score
42/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
Average
Total Crime Rate
1310.6
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
113.7
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
1196.9
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
42/100
Higher = safer
State avg 51/100
State Safety Rank
#17
of 29 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Iron County, Utah
Strong National Standing in Iron County
Iron County reports a total crime rate of 1,310.6 per 100,000, which is roughly 45% lower than the national average. Its safety score of 97.9 indicates a secure environment for residents and students.
Aligning with Utah State Averages
The county's crime rate sits slightly above the Utah average of 1,204.8 per 100,000. However, its safety score matches closely with the statewide average of 98.1, reflecting Utah's general safety.
Comprehensive Data Across Seven Agencies
Iron County sees slightly more reported activity than adjacent Juab County, which has a rate of 1,331.4. With seven reporting agencies, Iron provides a very transparent and detailed view of local safety trends.
Property Crime Outpaces Violent Incidents
Property crimes dominate the local data at 1,196.9 per 100,000, while violent crime remains low at 113.7. Violent incidents are nearly 40% less frequent here than the Utah average.
Prioritizing Residential Security
Because property crime is the most common concern, homeowners should focus on securing entry points and deliveries. Simple steps like doorbell cameras can effectively discourage theft in residential neighborhoods.
Crime Advisory: Iron County
Safety Verdict
Iron County has a safety score of 42/100, indicating a moderately safe area with moderate overall crime (1310.6 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 113.7 per 100K and property crime at 1196.9 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime dominates.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 7 law enforcement agencies in Iron County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Utah, total crime is 9% above the Utah average and its safety score is 9 points below the state mean.
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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.