The small town of Sterling, AK, with a population of just over 5,000 people, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent data, the town's violent crime rate is 22.9, just slightly above the national average of 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in Sterling is 27.6, lower than the US average of 35.4. However, despite its lower crime rates, Sterling still faces its fair share of criminal activity. Residents have reported instances of theft, vandalism, and drug-related crimes. Law enforcement in Sterling works diligently to keep the community safe and prevent crime from escalating. Despite these efforts, it is important for individuals to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to further decrease the crime rate in this peaceful town.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Sterling (zip 99672) violent crime is 22.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Sterling (zip 99672) property crime is 27.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Sterling, Alaska does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Soldotna, Alaska. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Soldotna, Alaska. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.