What are the actual numbers for Utah County?

Great statistics and information on rape and sexual assault can be found at the Rape and Incest National Network website. Many women may wonder if those statistics apply to THEM. What is my chance of being sexually assaulted in the state of Utah, and more specifically Utah County?

In 2005, 141 rapes were reported to the police in Utah County. With only an estimated 16% of victims actually reporting the assault, the actual number of rapes occurring is probably much higher. This is a rate of 39/100,000 people. The national average is about 72/100,000 people.

The majority of rapes reported were in Provo and Alpine/Highland, with Orem, American Fork, and Lehi following close behind.

In the state of Utah, 13% of women report being raped at some point in their lifetime. It is estimated that 1in 3 women in Utah will experience some form of sexual violence at some point in their lifetime.