Kent, Washington has experienced a significant decrease in violent and property crime rates compared to the national average. According to the most recent statistics, the city's violent crime rate stands at 18.1, which is lower than the US average of 22.7. This can be attributed to the efforts of law enforcement and community organizations in promoting safety and preventing crime. However, property crime remains a concern in Kent, with a rate of 70.7, higher than the national average of 35.4. This highlights the need for continued efforts to address this issue and ensure the safety and security of the residents. Despite these challenges, Kent has made significant progress in reducing crime, and with continued efforts, it is hoped that the city will become even safer in the future.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Kent violent crime is 18.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Kent property crime is 70.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.