Sonora, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sonora Police Department serves the city of Sonora, CA in Tuolumne County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 638 violent crimes and 903 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 344.6 per 100k residents, which is 224.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 243.2 per 100k, 48.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 FAnnual Rate344.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents638 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents104 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate243.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents903 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate202.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents641 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate40.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents75 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 344.6 | F | 638 | 106.2 | +224.4% |
| Property Crime | 243.2 | D | 903 | 163.6 | +48.7% |
| Rape | 20.3 | F | 25 | 3.5 | +473.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.3 | C | 104 | 22.3 | -8.9% |
| Larceny | 202.7 | F | 641 | 116.4 | +74.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40.5 | F | 75 | 22.2 | +82.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City Of Angels | 17 miles | B 78.1 | A 104.1 | Violent: 77.3% lower Property: 57.2% lower |
| Oakdale | 30 miles | C 116.6 | A 64.8 | Violent: 66.2% lower Property: 73.4% lower |
| Jackson | 33 miles | F 174.1 | B 116.1 | Violent: 49.5% lower Property: 52.3% lower |
| Riverbank | 35 miles | A 52.4 | C 177.4 | Violent: 84.8% lower Property: 27.1% lower |
| Ione | 35 miles | A 18.3 | A 36.6 | Violent: 94.7% lower Property: 84.9% lower |