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Is West Jordan, Utah Safe?

Population 116,812 · Safer than 15% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

Crime in West Jordan runs high. The city's D grade puts it below 85% of US cities, with violent crime below the national average. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,778 per 100K.

West Jordan Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricWest JordanUtah AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate250.3322.1363.8
Property Crime Rate2474.52062.31,832.3
Murder Rate5.0--5.7
Assault Rate168.0--268.2
Theft Rate1778.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate342.0--318.3

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

Overall SafetyD

272.5 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC+

250/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD-

2475/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for West Jordan

Violent crime in West Jordan is below the national average. The rate of 250.3 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2474.5 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,778 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

West Jordan Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder5
088% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault168
063% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery43
068% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary338
01.3x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,778
01.3x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft342
01.1x national avgAvg: 318.3

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

How West Jordan Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

West Jordan
250.3
State
322.1
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

West Jordan
2474.5
State
2062.3
National
1832.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions About West Jordan Safety

Is West Jordan safe?
Not especially. West Jordan earns a D with a crime rate of 272.5 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in West Jordan?
272.5 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 250.3 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2474.5 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is West Jordan safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. West Jordan's D grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,778 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in West Jordan?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in West Jordan generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the West Jordan police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in West Jordan?
Yes, there's been an uptick. West Jordan's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a D grade overall.
How does West Jordan compare to other cities in Utah?
Below average for the state. West Jordan ranks behind about 92% of Utah cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.4x the national rate.
How safe is West Jordan to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is below the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in West Jordan?
Bad. A D grade and 272.5 per-thousand rate put West Jordan below 85% of US cities. Violent crime at 250 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in West Jordan?
250.3 per 100,000, which is 31% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (168), robbery (43), and murder (5.0) per 100,000.

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