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64%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
62%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
64%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peoplePella/100k peopleIowa/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime91n/a (estimate)8481,6182,324
Murder0n/a0.01.76.3
Rape3n/a28.042.540.0
Robbery0n/a0.021.666.1
Assault12n/a111.8220.7268.2
Violent crime15n/a (estimate)140287370
Burglary12n/a111.8218.6269.8
Theft57n/a531.3965.41,401.9
Vehicle theft7n/a65.2147.4282.7
Property crime76n/a (estimate)7081,3321,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Pella, IA

The Pella crime rates are 63.5% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 15 violent crimes in Pella (140 per 100,000 people), which is 62.2% lower than the national average and there were a total of 76 property crimes (708 per 100,000 residents) which is 63.8% lower than average.

In the most recently reported crime year, Pella registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Pella?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Pella. Based on the results of the surveys (8 responses), 50% of people felt that there was very little crime in Pella and felt safe walking alone at night. While 50% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Pella a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Pella, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Pella presents a total crime rate that is 64% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Pella experiences an average of 0.25 daily crimes, comprising 0.04 violent incidents and 0.21 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Pella Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Pella has increased by 31.9% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Pella is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 66.7%, while property crime has increased by 26.7%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Pella.

Potential Causes for Crime in Pella

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Pella, 88.8% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

In Pella, the median home price stands at $210,600, diverging from the national average of $184,700. Elevated housing costs often induce financial strain among residents. When individuals grapple with the challenges of affording housing, they may find themselves compelled to resort to criminal activities as a means of addressing their financial hardships, including acts like theft or fraud. This predicament is particularly pronounced in areas where housing affordability poses a persistent issue, giving rise to heightened concerns regarding crime. In such instances, some individuals and families may find themselves constrained to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, exacerbating stress levels and potentially fostering domestic disputes and associated criminal incidents.

Pella has an average rental rate of $788 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

Pella crime map



The Pella crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Pella as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Pella crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Pella crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Pella crime rates are 64% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Pella are 62% lower than the national average
      • In Pella you have a 1 in 118 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Pella is safer than 70% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Pella has increased by 26%

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        Daily Crime In Pella (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Pella, Iowa is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Pella are 1.91 times less than the Iowa average and 2.74 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Pella are 2.05 times less than than Iowa and 2.65 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Pella are 1.88 times less than than Iowa and 2.76 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Pella (higher is better)

        How safe is Pella, Iowa compared to other cities in Iowa and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Pella is safer than 83% of the cities in Iowa and 70% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Iowa and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Pella. Overall, Pella is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Pella

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Pella is 1 in 716
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Pella is 1 in 142
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Pella is 1 in 118
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Pella, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 716. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 142 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Pella is 1 in 118.

        Year Over Year Crime In Pella (per 100,000 people)

        An ideal indicator of whether Pella is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Pella has increased by 59% and the rate of property crime in Pella has increased by 21%. The total crime rate in Pella has increased by 26% year to year.

        Pella police department

        Item Pella Iowa National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)223,827558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.11.83.3
        There are a total of 22 Pella police officers. This results in 2.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 17.4% greater than the Iowa average and 34.9% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Iowa

        State Total offenders Iowa /100K National /100K
        Iowa6,040205266
        There are a total of 6,040 sex offenders in Iowa. This yields a total of 205 sex offenders in Iowa per 100,000 residents which is 23% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        New Sharon, IA1,187117546663
        Monroe, IA1,810196588784
        Oskaloosa, IA11,7274361,1761,612
        Sully, IA9623281,5291,858
        Leighton, IA1963561,6592,015
        Lynnville, IA5413571,6612,017
        Beacon, IA5543931,8322,225
        Pella, IA10,279140708848

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        Troy, IL10,278107497604
        Gig Harbor, WA10,2802446,0656,308
        Arden Hills, MN10,2761931,3521,545
        Bee Ridge, FL10,2831599601,118
        Jefferson, LA10,2865032,1992,702
        Pella, IA10,279140708848
        Source: The Pella, IA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.