Washoe County’s violent and property crime rates are trending higher than the national average, according to the FBI’s 2023 Crime in the Nation statistics.
The report, released in late October, shows that while the United States recorded approximately 364 violent crimes per 100,000 citizens, Washoe County agencies reported around 499 violent crimes per capita in 2023. Violent crimes in this category include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.
Since 2015, Washoe County’s violent crime rate has consistently exceeded the national per capita rate, peaking in 2017 with more than 530 violent crimes per 100,000 residents. The report also highlights that property crimes in the county have outpaced national trends since 2020.
In 2023, Washoe County recorded 2,194 property crimes per capita, compared to just over 1,900 per capita nationwide. Property crimes included theft, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and arson.
According to the FBI, the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program is voluntary and subject to fluctuations. Some agencies report through the newer National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS), while others continue using the older Summary Reporting System (SRS), which impacts the overall data.
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