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. 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 |