Whitney, NV Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 83% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Whitney Safe?
Not really — crime is above the national average
Neighborhood choice matters significantly. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
Whitney has a crime rate that is 32% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 210.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 210
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
25% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 36
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
53% higher than national average
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Whitney 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
|
151 | +51% | Moderate | |
|
Assault
|
117 | +17% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
145 | +45% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
142 | +42% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
138 | +38% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
136 | +36% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
164 | +64% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Whitney Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Whitney Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Whitney, NV?
Whitney, NV has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 32% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 210 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 36 chance for property crime. Whitney has higher crime than 83% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Whitney, NV safe to live in?
Whitney has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Whitney is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Whitney?
The estimated violent crime rate in Whitney is 477.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 25% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 210 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 7.5 per 100K (51% above average); aggravated assault at 314.8 per 100K (17% above average); robbery at 107.1 per 100K (45% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Whitney?
The estimated property crime rate in Whitney is 2,803.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 36 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 371.4 per 100K (38% above average); larceny/theft at 1,909.7 per 100K (36% above average); vehicle theft at 522.0 per 100K (64% above average).
How does Whitney crime compare to the national average?
Whitney's overall crime rate is 32% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is vehicle theft (64% above average), while assault is 17% above average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Whitney has higher crime than 83% of them.
Is Whitney safe to visit?
Visitors to Whitney should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 53% above 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 Whitney crime compare to the rest of Nevada?
Nevada as a whole has crime that is 23% above the national average. Whitney's crime rate is 32% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical Nevada city.
What type of crime is most common in Whitney?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Whitney, with an estimated rate of 1,909.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 36% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,803 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (477 per 100K) in Whitney, which is consistent with national trends.