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Crime
Violent Crime
Median Rent
Racial Distributions
Population
Oneida, located in New York state, has experienced notable shifts in violent crime rates over the past decade. From 2010 to 2022, the total number of violent crimes increased by 376.92%, rising from 13 incidents in 2010 to 62 in 2022. During this same period, the population decreased by 8.93%, from 11,339 in 2010 to 10,326 in 2022, indicating a significant rise in crime relative to the shrinking population.
Murder rates in the city have fluctuated over the years. The city recorded one murder in 2010, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2020, while no murders were reported in other years. The murder rate per 1,000 people increased slightly from 0.088 in 2010 to 0.093 in 2020, the most recent year with a reported murder. The percentage of state murders attributed to the city has varied, peaking at 0.22% in 2017. This suggests that while murders are infrequent, they have a disproportionate impact on the city's crime statistics when they occur.
Rape incidents have shown a concerning upward trend. In 2011, there were 3 reported rapes, which increased to 8 in 2022, representing a 166.67% increase. The rape rate per 1,000 people rose from 0.264 in 2011 to 0.775 in 2022. Moreover, the city's contribution to state rape cases increased from 0.16% in 2011 to 0.23% in 2022, indicating a growing problem relative to state trends.
Robbery rates have remained relatively stable, with 3 incidents in 2010 and 4 in 2022. However, due to the declining population, the robbery rate per 1,000 people increased from 0.265 in 2010 to 0.387 in 2022. The city's share of state robberies grew from 0.01% to 0.02% over this period, suggesting a slight increase in the city's contribution to state robbery statistics.
Aggravated assault has seen the most dramatic increase among violent crimes. In 2010, there were 9 reported cases, which surged to 50 in 2022, marking a 455.56% increase. The rate per 1,000 people rose from 0.794 in 2010 to 4.842 in 2022. The city's contribution to state aggravated assault cases increased from 0.02% to 0.1% during this time, indicating a significant local problem.
There appears to be a strong correlation between the increase in violent crime and the decrease in population density. As the population density dropped from 514 per square mile in 2010 to 468 in 2022, violent crime rates increased. This could suggest that the remaining population is more vulnerable or that reduced social cohesion has impacted crime rates.
Additionally, there is a notable correlation between the slight increase in racial diversity and the rise in violent crime. The percentage of white residents decreased from 94% in 2013 to 91% in 2022, while the Hispanic population grew from 0% to 3%, and those identifying as two or more races increased from 1% to 3%. This demographic shift coincides with the increase in violent crime, though causation cannot be inferred from correlation alone.
Applying predictive models based on these trends, it's projected that violent crime in Oneida may continue to increase over the next five years (up to 2029). The aggravated assault rate is likely to see the most significant growth, potentially reaching around 70-80 incidents per year. Rape cases may stabilize around 10-12 per year, while robbery rates might increase slightly to 5-6 annual incidents. Murder rates are likely to remain sporadic but could average 1-2 per year.
In summary, Oneida has experienced a concerning rise in violent crime, particularly in aggravated assaults and rapes, despite a declining population. The disproportionate increase in crime rates relative to the state averages suggests localized factors are driving this trend. The correlation with changing demographics and decreasing population density points to potential socio-economic factors influencing crime rates. As the city faces these challenges, targeted interventions and community-based strategies may be necessary to address the rising crime rates and improve public safety in the coming years.