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Is North Ogden, Utah Safe?

Population 21,689 · Safer than 17% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

Crime in North Ogden runs high. The city's D grade puts it below 83% of US cities, with violent crime close to the national average. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,953 per 100K.

North Ogden Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricNorth OgdenUtah AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate353.0322.1363.8
Property Crime Rate2319.12062.31,832.3
Murder Rate6.0--5.7
Assault Rate243.0--268.2
Theft Rate1953.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate406.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyD

267.2 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC

353/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD

2319/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for North Ogden

Violent crime in North Ogden is close to the national average. The rate of 353.0 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2319.1 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,953 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

North Ogden Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder6
01.1x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault243
091% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery88
01.4x national avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary401
01.5x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,953
01.4x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft406
01.3x national avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How North Ogden Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

North Ogden
353.0
State
322.1
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

North Ogden
2319.1
State
2062.3
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About North Ogden Safety

Is North Ogden safe?
Not especially. North Ogden earns a D with a crime rate of 267.2 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs close to the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in North Ogden?
267.2 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 353.0 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2319.1 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is North Ogden safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. North Ogden's D grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,953 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in North Ogden?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in North Ogden generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the North Ogden police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in North Ogden?
Yes, there's been an uptick. North Ogden's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a D grade overall.
How does North Ogden compare to other cities in Utah?
Below average for the state. North Ogden ranks behind about 84% of Utah cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.3x the national rate.
How safe is North Ogden to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in North Ogden?
Bad. A D grade and 267.2 per-thousand rate put North Ogden below 83% of US cities. Violent crime at 353 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in North Ogden?
353.0 per 100,000, which is 3% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (243), robbery (88), and murder (6.0) per 100,000.

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