Visalia, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Visalia Police Department serves the city of Visalia, CA in Tulare County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,273 violent crimes and 14,150 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 162.7 per 100k residents, which is 53.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 236.5 per 100k, 44.6% 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 19 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 DAnnual Rate162.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,273 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate9.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents557 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate35.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,539 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate236.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents14,150 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate23.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,209 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate156.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents9,480 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate47.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,213 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 162.7 | D | 9273 | 106.2 | +53.2% |
| Property Crime | 236.5 | D | 14150 | 163.6 | +44.6% |
| Homicide | 1.4 | F | 37 | 0.5 | +159.0% |
| Robbery | 9.0 | D | 557 | 5.8 | +54.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 35.9 | F | 1539 | 22.3 | +61.1% |
| Burglary | 23.4 | C | 2209 | 24.0 | -2.4% |
| Larceny | 156.5 | D | 9480 | 116.4 | +34.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 47.6 | F | 2213 | 22.2 | +114.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 19 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmersville | 6 miles | C 97.3 | A 87.5 | Violent: 40.2% lower Property: 63.0% lower |
| Tulare | 9 miles | D 140.0 | C 176.4 | Violent: 14.0% lower Property: 25.4% lower |
| Exeter | 9 miles | B 78.2 | D 214.9 | Violent: 52.0% lower Property: 9.1% lower |
| Woodlake | 13 miles | D 143.6 | A 91.4 | Violent: 11.8% lower Property: 61.4% lower |
| Dinuba | 16 miles | D 140.6 | D 246.1 | Violent: 13.6% lower Property: 4.1% higher |