Desert Hot Springs, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Desert Hot Springs Police Department serves the city of Desert Hot Springs, CA in Riverside County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,524 violent crimes and 2,161 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 92.8 per 100k residents, which is 12.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 95.8 per 100k, 41.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 BAnnual Rate92.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,524 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents155 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents631 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate95.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,161 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate15.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents653 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate44.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents714 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate35.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents781 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 92.8 | B | 1524 | 106.2 | -12.6% |
| Property Crime | 95.8 | A | 2161 | 163.6 | -41.4% |
| Homicide | 6.0 | F | 16 | 0.5 | +1024.2% |
| Robbery | 3.0 | A | 155 | 5.8 | -48.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.0 | B | 631 | 22.3 | -19.3% |
| Burglary | 15.0 | A | 653 | 24.0 | -37.7% |
| Larceny | 44.9 | A | 714 | 116.4 | -61.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 35.9 | F | 781 | 22.2 | +62.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banning | 0 miles | A 67.1 | A 102.3 | Violent: 27.7% lower Property: 6.8% higher |
| Palm Springs | 0 miles | D 129.6 | F 298.7 | Violent: 39.6% higher Property: 211.7% higher |
| Corona | 0 miles | A 49.8 | C 189.9 | Violent: 46.3% lower Property: 98.2% higher |
| Cathedral City | 0 miles | B 90.6 | B 109.5 | Violent: 2.4% lower Property: 14.3% higher |
| Indio | 12 miles | A 64.3 | A 80.3 | Violent: 30.8% lower Property: 16.2% lower |