Calhoun, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Calhoun Police Department serves the city of Calhoun, GA in Gordon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,196 violent crimes and 1,750 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 159.2 per 100k residents, which is 49.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 250.2 per 100k, 52.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 Rate159.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,196 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate28.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents225 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate250.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,750 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate17.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate227.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,542 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents73 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 159.2 | D | 1196 | 106.2 | +49.9% |
| Property Crime | 250.2 | D | 1750 | 163.6 | +52.9% |
| Rape | 5.7 | F | 24 | 3.5 | +60.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.4 | D | 225 | 22.3 | +27.7% |
| Burglary | 17.1 | B | 134 | 24.0 | -29.0% |
| Larceny | 227.5 | F | 1542 | 116.4 | +95.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5.7 | A | 73 | 22.2 | -74.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairmount | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 134.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 46.2% lower |
| Adairsville | 9 miles | F 194.8 | C 175.3 | Violent: 22.4% higher Property: 29.9% lower |
| Dalton | 19 miles | C 113.5 | C 151.4 | Violent: 28.7% lower Property: 39.5% lower |
| Cartersville | 19 miles | D 140.2 | C 152.6 | Violent: 11.9% lower Property: 39.0% lower |
| Kingston | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |