Modesto, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Modesto Police Department serves the city of Modesto, CA in Stanislaus County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 13,779 violent crimes and 23,062 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 121.7 per 100k residents, which is 14.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 199.3 per 100k, 21.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 33 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. 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 Rate121.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents13,779 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade BAnnual Rate0.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents48 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents471 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents1,211 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents4,724 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate199.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents23,062 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate21.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,012 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate143.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents15,837 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,778 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 121.7 | C | 13779 | 106.2 | +14.6% |
| Property Crime | 199.3 | D | 23062 | 163.6 | +21.8% |
| Homicide | 0.5 | B | 48 | 0.5 | -13.7% |
| Rape | 4.6 | D | 471 | 3.5 | +29.8% |
| Robbery | 9.6 | F | 1211 | 5.8 | +65.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.7 | F | 4724 | 22.3 | +65.0% |
| Burglary | 21.6 | B | 3012 | 24.0 | -10.2% |
| Larceny | 143.7 | D | 15837 | 116.4 | +23.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.4 | D | 3778 | 22.2 | +32.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 33 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 7 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 11 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceres | 4 miles | C 98.3 | D 200.7 | Violent: 19.2% lower Property: 0.7% higher |
| Newman | 5 miles | A 24.6 | A 40.9 | Violent: 79.8% lower Property: 79.5% lower |
| Turlock | 5 miles | B 74.9 | D 220.5 | Violent: 38.5% lower Property: 10.6% higher |
| Waterford | 5 miles | A 31.8 | A 106.0 | Violent: 73.9% lower Property: 46.8% lower |
| Hughson | 5 miles | A 50.9 | A 25.5 | Violent: 58.2% lower Property: 87.2% lower |