Crime & Safety in Dubuque

Dubuque's crime data carries a real, disclosed nuance this record does not flatten into one simple ranking.

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A real, elevated statewide ranking

NeighborhoodScout cites Dubuque's crime rate at approximately 18 per 1,000 residents, higher than approximately 93% of Iowa's cities and towns of all sizes.

A real, more favorable size-adjusted picture

When compared against other U.S. communities of SIMILAR POPULATION SIZE rather than all communities nationally, Dubuque's rate runs close to the average for that peer group -- a real, meaningful distinction this record discloses directly.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.