Motor vehicle theft remains a notable concern in the U.S., with over 1 million incidents reported in 2022, making it one of the most common crimes tracked by the FBI. This crime predominantly occurs in metropolitan areas, where nearly 94% of cases are reported. A striking statistic reveals that just 10 major cities were responsible for over a third of these thefts. The analysis ranks the 50 cities with the highest theft rates, revealing significant disparities based on population and local conditions.
Motor vehicle theft is a significant crime tracked by the FBI, with over 1 million cases reported in the U.S. in 2022, predominantly in major cities.
Car thefts surged in 2022, mostly concentrated in metropolitan areas, with 10 major cities accounting for over a third of all reported incidents.
Approximately 94% of all reported auto thefts occurred within metropolitan areas in the U.S. in 2022, highlighting how prevalent this crime is in urban settings.
In the top 50 cities for car theft, the rates ranged from 403 to over 1,000 incidents per 100,000 people, indicating severe local disparities.
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