Lake Wales, FL Crime Rate
Population: 16,813 • Latest FBI Data
72Score
B
Above Average Safety
41
Violent Crimes
243.9/100k
257
Property Crimes
1528.6/100k
0
Murders
3
Robberies
34
Assaults
32
Burglaries
Is Lake Wales Safe?
Lake Wales, FL has a safety score of 72/100 (B). The violent crime rate is 243.9 per 100k residents. Property crime rate is 1528.6 per 100k.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Wales's crime rate?
Lake Wales has a total crime rate of 1772.5 per 100,000 residents, with 243.9 violent crimes and 1528.6 property crimes per 100k.
How does Lake Wales compare to the national average?
Violent crime is below the US average of 380 per 100k. Property crime is below the national average of 2,000 per 100k.
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