Hope, AK Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 84% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Hope Safe?
Yes — Hope is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Hope has a crime rate that is 45% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 431.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 431
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
39% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 471
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
88% lower than national average
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Hope Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
28 | -72% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
3 | -97% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
3 | -97% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Hope Crime Map
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Hope Crime by Zip Code
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Hope Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Hope, AK?
Hope, AK has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 45% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 431 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 471 chance for property crime. Hope has lower crime than 84% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Hope, AK safe to live in?
Hope is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Hope is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Hope?
The estimated violent crime rate in Hope is 232.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 39% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 431 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 1.4 per 100K (72% below average); aggravated assault at 177.4 per 100K (34% below average); robbery at 37.3 per 100K (50% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Hope?
The estimated property crime rate in Hope is 212.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 88% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 471 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 165.0 per 100K (39% below average); larceny/theft at 37.5 per 100K (97% below average); vehicle theft at 9.7 per 100K (97% below average).
How does Hope crime compare to the national average?
Hope's overall crime rate is 45% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (34% below average), while larceny/theft is 97% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Hope has lower crime than 84% of them.
Is Hope safe to visit?
Hope is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 88% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Hope crime compare to the rest of Alaska?
Alaska as a whole has crime that is 32% above the national average. Hope's crime rate is 45% below the national average, making it safer the typical Alaska city.
What type of crime is most common in Hope?
Aggravated assault is the most common crime in Hope, with an estimated rate of 177.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 34% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (212 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (232 per 100K) in Hope, which is consistent with national trends.