Panama City Beach, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Panama City Beach Police Department serves the city of Panama City Beach, FL in Bay County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 996 violent crimes and 1,598 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 4022.7 per 100k residents, which is 3687.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 5951.4 per 100k, 3537.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. 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 Rate4022.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents996 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate94.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate78.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate842.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents202 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate5951.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,598 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate440.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents146 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate5423.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,437 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate86.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents15 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 4022.7 | F | 996 | 106.2 | +3687.5% |
| Property Crime | 5951.4 | F | 1598 | 163.6 | +3537.6% |
| Homicide | 15.7 | F | 4 | 0.5 | +2854.0% |
| Rape | 94.5 | F | 32 | 3.5 | +2571.3% |
| Robbery | 78.7 | F | 26 | 5.8 | +1253.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 842.3 | F | 202 | 22.3 | +3684.5% |
| Burglary | 440.8 | F | 146 | 24.0 | +1734.6% |
| Larceny | 5423.9 | F | 1437 | 116.4 | +4560.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 86.6 | F | 15 | 22.2 | +290.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lynn Haven | 14 miles | F 490.9 | F 760.5 | Violent: 87.8% lower Property: 87.2% lower |
| Panama City | 15 miles | F 2219.5 | F 2589.4 | Violent: 44.8% lower Property: 56.5% lower |
| Mexico Beach | 15 miles | F 1126.3 | F 2333.1 | Violent: 72.0% lower Property: 60.8% lower |
| Springfield | 15 miles | F 2130.0 | F 2458.6 | Violent: 47.1% lower Property: 58.7% lower |
| Parker | 18 miles | F 899.8 | F 2903.9 | Violent: 77.6% lower Property: 51.2% lower |