Whiting, IA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Whiting Safe?
Yes — Whiting is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Whiting has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 596.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 596
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
56% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 173
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
69% lower than national average
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Whiting 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
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
41 | -59% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
26 | -74% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
28 | -72% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Whiting Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Whiting, IA?
Whiting, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 596 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 173 chance for property crime. Whiting has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Whiting, IA safe to live in?
Whiting 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 Whiting is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Whiting?
The estimated violent crime rate in Whiting is 167.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 56% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 596 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (49% below average); aggravated assault at 111.2 per 100K (59% below average); robbery at 37.1 per 100K (50% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Whiting?
The estimated property crime rate in Whiting is 576.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 69% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 173 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 126.6 per 100K (53% below average); larceny/theft at 362.1 per 100K (74% below average); vehicle theft at 88.1 per 100K (72% below average).
How does Whiting crime compare to the national average?
Whiting's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is murder (49% below average), while larceny/theft is 74% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Whiting has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Whiting safe to visit?
Whiting is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 69% 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 Whiting crime compare to the rest of Iowa?
Iowa as a whole has crime that is 14% above the national average. Whiting's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Iowa city.
What type of crime is most common in Whiting?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Whiting, with an estimated rate of 362.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 74% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (577 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (168 per 100K) in Whiting, which is consistent with national trends.