Pittsburg, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pittsburg Police Department serves the city of Pittsburg, CA in Contra Costa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,009 violent crimes and 6,581 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 94.8 per 100k residents, which is 10.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 155.0 per 100k, 5.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 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 BAnnual Rate94.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,009 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents188 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents484 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,117 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate155.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,581 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,017 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate75.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,564 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate56.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,943 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 94.8 | B | 4009 | 106.2 | -10.7% |
| Property Crime | 155.0 | C | 6581 | 163.6 | -5.3% |
| Rape | 3.8 | C | 188 | 3.5 | +8.6% |
| Robbery | 7.7 | D | 484 | 5.8 | +32.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.8 | C | 1117 | 22.3 | -2.1% |
| Burglary | 21.8 | C | 1017 | 24.0 | -9.4% |
| Larceny | 75.6 | A | 3564 | 116.4 | -35.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 56.4 | F | 1943 | 22.2 | +154.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antioch | 0 miles | C 124.9 | F 280.2 | Violent: 31.8% higher Property: 80.8% higher |
| Concord | 0 miles | C 97.3 | D 217.6 | Violent: 2.6% higher Property: 40.4% higher |
| Richmond | 0 miles | D 147.4 | F 352.2 | Violent: 55.5% higher Property: 127.2% higher |
| San Pablo | 0 miles | C 119.2 | F 270.5 | Violent: 25.7% higher Property: 74.5% higher |
| Walnut Creek | 0 miles | B 77.4 | C 184.1 | Violent: 18.3% lower Property: 18.8% higher |