Carmel, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Carmel Police Department serves the city of Carmel, CA in Monterey County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 138 violent crimes and 408 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 96.3 per 100k residents, which is 9.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 128.4 per 100k, 21.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate96.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents138 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate128.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents408 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate64.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate64.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents305 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 96.3 | C | 138 | 106.2 | -9.3% |
| Property Crime | 128.4 | B | 408 | 163.6 | -21.5% |
| Burglary | 64.2 | F | 92 | 24.0 | +167.2% |
| Larceny | 64.2 | A | 305 | 116.4 | -44.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzales | 0 miles | C 95.9 | A 71.9 | Violent: 0.4% lower Property: 44.0% lower |
| Soledad | 0 miles | A 45.9 | A 25.1 | Violent: 52.3% lower Property: 80.5% lower |
| Greenfield | 7 miles | C 107.4 | B 138.1 | Violent: 11.5% higher Property: 7.5% higher |
| King City | 11 miles | A 57.4 | A 86.1 | Violent: 40.4% lower Property: 32.9% lower |
| Salinas | 36 miles | C 110.1 | C 148.8 | Violent: 14.3% higher Property: 15.9% higher |