Fitzgerald, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Fitzgerald Police Department serves the city of Fitzgerald, GA in Ben Hill County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,519 violent crimes and 1,815 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 237.3 per 100k residents, which is 123.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 305.1 per 100k, 86.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 FAnnual Rate237.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,519 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate11.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents25 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents307 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate305.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,815 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents229 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate271.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,468 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents116 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 237.3 | F | 1519 | 106.2 | +123.4% |
| Property Crime | 305.1 | F | 1815 | 163.6 | +86.5% |
| Robbery | 11.3 | F | 25 | 5.8 | +94.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.6 | C | 307 | 22.3 | +1.5% |
| Burglary | 22.6 | C | 229 | 24.0 | -5.9% |
| Larceny | 271.2 | F | 1468 | 116.4 | +133.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.3 | A | 116 | 22.2 | -49.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocilla | 12 miles | C 108.1 | C 180.1 | Violent: 54.5% lower Property: 41.0% lower |
| Mcrae | 17 miles | A 16.2 | A 48.5 | Violent: 93.2% lower Property: 84.1% lower |
| Lumber City | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Jacksonville | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Abbeville | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |