Whitten, IA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Whitten Safe?
Yes — Whitten is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Whitten has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 551.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 551
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
52% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 105
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
48% lower than national average
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Whitten 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
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
41 | -59% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
65 | -35% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Whitten Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Whitten, IA?
Whitten, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 551 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 105 chance for property crime. Whitten has lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Whitten, IA safe to live in?
Whitten 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 Whitten is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Whitten?
The estimated violent crime rate in Whitten is 181.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 52% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 551 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.7 per 100K (46% below average); aggravated assault at 111.0 per 100K (59% below average); robbery at 48.0 per 100K (35% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Whitten?
The estimated property crime rate in Whitten is 949.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 48% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 105 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 158.8 per 100K (41% below average); larceny/theft at 635.3 per 100K (55% below average); vehicle theft at 155.8 per 100K (51% below average).
How does Whitten crime compare to the national average?
Whitten's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (35% below average), while assault is 59% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Whitten has lower crime than 94% of them.
Is Whitten safe to visit?
Whitten is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 48% 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 Whitten crime compare to the rest of Iowa?
Iowa as a whole has crime that is 14% above the national average. Whitten's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Iowa city.
What type of crime is most common in Whitten?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Whitten, with an estimated rate of 635.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 55% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (950 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (182 per 100K) in Whitten, which is consistent with national trends.