FAQ?
What types of crime are most common in Las Vegas?
Essentially, a person is twice as likely to be a victim of a violent crime when in Las Vegas. According to the United States National Institue of Justice, violent crime is defined to include homicide, assault, sexual assault, rape, robbery, kidnapping, and harassment.
How often do crimes occur in Las Vegas?
Crime can vary drastically from city to city, depending on the population. On average, large cities see more crime than small, rural towns. The violent crime rate in Las Vegas is 40.9 (the national average is 22.7). Essentially, a person is twice as likely to be a victim of a violent crime when in Las Vegas.
How has crime changed in Las Vegas over the years?
The metropolitan area's violent crime rate was higher than the national rate in 2020. Its rate of property crime was lower than the national rate. Las Vegas has a lower crime rate than similarly sized metro areas. Crime rate is the number of crimes committed per 100,000 people.
