Dalton, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Dalton Police Department serves the city of Dalton, GA in Whitfield County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,921 violent crimes and 2,946 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 113.5 per 100k residents, which is 6.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 151.4 per 100k, 7.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 CAnnual Rate113.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,921 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate17.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents280 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate151.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,946 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents291 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate131.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,427 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate14.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents215 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 113.5 | C | 1921 | 106.2 | +6.9% |
| Property Crime | 151.4 | C | 2946 | 163.6 | -7.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 17.5 | B | 280 | 22.3 | -21.5% |
| Burglary | 5.8 | A | 291 | 24.0 | -75.8% |
| Larceny | 131.0 | C | 2427 | 116.4 | +12.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.6 | B | 215 | 22.2 | -34.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunnel Hill | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 103.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 31.6% lower |
| Cohutta | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Ringgold | 12 miles | C 115.8 | D 231.6 | Violent: 2.0% higher Property: 53.0% higher |
| Fort Oglethorpe | 13 miles | A 47.0 | F 357.4 | Violent: 58.6% lower Property: 136.1% higher |
| Chatsworth | 13 miles | C 123.4 | A 41.1 | Violent: 8.7% higher Property: 72.8% lower |