Buffalo, New York; Denver, Colorado; Orlando, Florida; and Seattle, Washington each experienced declines in homicides exceeding 40% during the first nine months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to Major Cities Chiefs Association data.
September 30, 2025
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City-level homicide percentage changes for the first nine months of 2025 versus 2024.
Portland, Oregon reported a 39% decrease in homicides during the first nine months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, according to Major Cities Chiefs Association data.
September 30, 2025
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City-level homicide change for Portland in early 2025 versus early 2024.
Atlanta, Georgia experienced a 19.4% increase in overall violent crime during the first nine months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, driven by increases in robberies and assaults.
September 30, 2025
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City-level change in violent crime for Atlanta in early 2025 versus early 2024.