Gonzales, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gonzales Police Department serves the city of Gonzales, CA in Monterey County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 301 violent crimes and 369 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 95.9 per 100k residents, which is 9.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 71.9 per 100k, 56.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 Rate95.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents301 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents65 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate71.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents369 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate36.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents230 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents73 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 95.9 | C | 301 | 106.2 | -9.7% |
| Property Crime | 71.9 | A | 369 | 163.6 | -56.0% |
| Rape | 12.0 | F | 13 | 3.5 | +238.8% |
| Robbery | 12.0 | F | 17 | 5.8 | +105.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.0 | A | 65 | 22.3 | -46.2% |
| Burglary | 24.0 | C | 64 | 24.0 | -0.2% |
| Larceny | 36.0 | A | 230 | 116.4 | -69.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.0 | A | 73 | 22.2 | -46.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel | 0 miles | C 96.3 | B 128.4 | Violent: 0.4% higher Property: 78.6% higher |
| Soledad | 0 miles | A 45.9 | A 25.1 | Violent: 52.1% lower Property: 65.2% lower |
| Greenfield | 7 miles | C 107.4 | B 138.1 | Violent: 12.0% higher Property: 92.0% higher |
| King City | 11 miles | A 57.4 | A 86.1 | Violent: 40.1% lower Property: 19.7% higher |
| Salinas | 36 miles | C 110.1 | C 148.8 | Violent: 14.8% higher Property: 107.0% higher |