Miami, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Miami Police Department serves the city of Miami, FL in Miami-Dade County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 26,132 violent crimes and 51,347 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 126.7 per 100k residents, which is 19.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 246.6 per 100k, 50.7% 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 38 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 Rate126.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents26,132 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate0.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents163 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents452 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents2,140 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate31.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents6,183 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate246.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents51,347 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate21.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents5,124 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate185.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents39,812 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate39.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,287 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 126.7 | C | 26132 | 106.2 | +19.3% |
| Property Crime | 246.6 | D | 51347 | 163.6 | +50.7% |
| Homicide | 0.9 | F | 163 | 0.5 | +65.2% |
| Rape | 1.1 | A | 452 | 3.5 | -68.9% |
| Robbery | 10.8 | F | 2140 | 5.8 | +86.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 31.8 | D | 6183 | 22.3 | +42.8% |
| Burglary | 21.4 | B | 5124 | 24.0 | -10.9% |
| Larceny | 185.7 | D | 39812 | 116.4 | +59.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 39.3 | F | 6287 | 22.2 | +77.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 38 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 11 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 8 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Beach | 4 miles | F 2659.7 | F 8575.1 | Violent: 1998.7% higher Property: 3377.1% higher |
| Coral Gables | 4 miles | A 40.9 | C 181.9 | Violent: 67.7% lower Property: 26.2% lower |
| El Portal | 5 miles | C 125.2 | F 375.5 | Violent: 1.2% lower Property: 52.2% higher |
| Miami Springs | 6 miles | F 1220.8 | F 2621.2 | Violent: 863.3% higher Property: 962.8% higher |
| Miami Shores | 6 miles | C 113.0 | F 373.7 | Violent: 10.9% lower Property: 51.5% higher |