Rome, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Rome Police Department serves the city of Rome, GA in Floyd County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,702 violent crimes and 5,166 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 257.7 per 100k residents, which is 142.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 360.3 per 100k, 120.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 12 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 Rate257.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,702 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate23.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents100 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate76.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents920 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate360.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,166 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents544 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate315.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,159 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents440 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 257.7 | F | 4702 | 106.2 | +142.6% |
| Property Crime | 360.3 | F | 5166 | 163.6 | +120.2% |
| Rape | 5.3 | D | 94 | 3.5 | +48.7% |
| Robbery | 23.7 | F | 100 | 5.8 | +306.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 76.3 | F | 920 | 22.3 | +242.6% |
| Burglary | 18.4 | B | 544 | 24.0 | -23.4% |
| Larceny | 315.6 | F | 4159 | 116.4 | +171.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.7 | C | 440 | 22.2 | +6.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 12 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 6 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cave Spring | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 249.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 30.7% lower |
| Cedartown | 12 miles | C 126.0 | B 126.0 | Violent: 51.1% lower Property: 65.0% lower |
| Rockmart | 12 miles | A 18.9 | D 226.3 | Violent: 92.7% lower Property: 37.2% lower |
| Aragon | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Adairsville | 21 miles | F 194.8 | C 175.3 | Violent: 24.4% lower Property: 51.3% lower |