Albany, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Albany Police Department serves the city of Albany, GA in Dougherty County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 9,741 violent crimes and 12,045 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 172.0 per 100k residents, which is 61.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 205.2 per 100k, 25.4% 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 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 Rate172.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents9,741 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents176 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate9.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents450 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate46.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,328 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate205.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents12,045 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate46.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,131 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate132.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents8,659 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,190 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 172.0 | F | 9741 | 106.2 | +61.9% |
| Property Crime | 205.2 | D | 12045 | 163.6 | +25.4% |
| Homicide | 1.5 | F | 79 | 0.5 | +183.4% |
| Rape | 6.0 | F | 176 | 3.5 | +70.5% |
| Robbery | 9.1 | D | 450 | 5.8 | +55.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 46.8 | F | 3328 | 22.3 | +110.1% |
| Burglary | 46.8 | F | 2131 | 24.0 | +94.6% |
| Larceny | 132.8 | C | 8659 | 116.4 | +14.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.6 | C | 1190 | 22.2 | +2.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leesburg | 20 miles | A 28.2 | A 56.4 | Violent: 83.6% lower Property: 72.5% lower |
| Newton | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Camilla | 21 miles | B 77.7 | C 194.3 | Violent: 54.8% lower Property: 5.3% lower |
| Sale City | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 296.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 44.6% higher |
| Sylvester | 21 miles | A 36.8 | C 183.8 | Violent: 78.6% lower Property: 10.4% lower |