Alma, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Alma Police Department serves the city of Alma, GA in Bacon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 376 violent crimes and 541 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 143.6 per 100k residents, which is 35.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 315.9 per 100k, 93.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 DAnnual Rate143.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents376 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate28.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate315.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents541 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate86.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents135 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate201.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents367 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate28.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents37 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 143.6 | D | 376 | 106.2 | +35.2% |
| Property Crime | 315.9 | F | 541 | 163.6 | +93.1% |
| Rape | 28.7 | F | 4 | 3.5 | +712.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.7 | D | 46 | 22.3 | +29.0% |
| Burglary | 86.2 | F | 135 | 24.0 | +258.6% |
| Larceny | 201.0 | F | 367 | 116.4 | +72.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 28.7 | D | 37 | 22.2 | +29.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxley | 13 miles | A 60.6 | D 222.0 | Violent: 57.8% lower Property: 29.7% lower |
| Blackshear | 18 miles | C 110.4 | A 82.8 | Violent: 23.1% lower Property: 73.8% lower |
| Patterson | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hazlehurst | 24 miles | C 122.8 | F 368.4 | Violent: 14.5% lower Property: 16.6% higher |
| Broxton | 27 miles | B 92.9 | C 185.9 | Violent: 35.3% lower Property: 41.2% lower |