Detailed crime statistics, safety scores, and law enforcement data.
Elkhart has a violent crime rate of 1,258 per 100,000 residents, 231% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 1,063.0 per 100,000, robbery at 153.8, rape at 38.9. The murder rate is 2.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,445 per 100,000, 127% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,889, burglary at 1,197, vehicle theft at 358 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 39 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Elkhart receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Elkhart vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)