Whittier, AK is a small town located on the picturesque Prince William Sound. Despite its idyllic setting, the town has been plagued by high levels of crime, particularly when compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent statistics, Whittier has a violent crime rate of 31.4, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, property crime in Whittier is also a major issue, with a rate of 39.1 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The high crime rates in Whittier are a cause for concern for both residents and visitors alike, and efforts are being made to address and reduce crime in the town. Despite its challenges, Whittier remains a beautiful and unique community, and with continued efforts, it is hoped that the crime rates will decrease in the future.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Whittier violent crime is 31.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Whittier property crime is 39.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Whittier, Alaska does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Seward, Alaska. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Seward, Alaska. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.