Thomasville, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Thomasville Police Department serves the city of Thomasville, GA in Thomas County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,180 violent crimes and 3,474 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 251.9 per 100k residents, which is 137.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 317.6 per 100k, 94.1% 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 20 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 Rate251.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,180 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents31 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents70 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate54.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents335 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate317.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,474 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate49.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents546 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate257.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,689 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate10.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents230 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 251.9 | F | 2180 | 106.2 | +137.2% |
| Property Crime | 317.6 | F | 3474 | 163.6 | +94.1% |
| Rape | 5.5 | D | 31 | 3.5 | +55.0% |
| Robbery | 10.9 | F | 70 | 5.8 | +88.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 54.8 | F | 335 | 22.3 | +146.0% |
| Burglary | 49.3 | F | 546 | 24.0 | +105.1% |
| Larceny | 257.4 | F | 2689 | 116.4 | +121.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 10.9 | A | 230 | 22.2 | -50.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 20 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 2 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 12 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 81.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 74.3% lower |
| Coolidge | 0 miles | F 186.6 | F 746.3 | Violent: 25.9% lower Property: 134.9% higher |
| Cairo | 19 miles | A 40.2 | F 271.2 | Violent: 84.1% lower Property: 14.6% lower |
| Whigham | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Quitman | 22 miles | B 74.0 | F 370.2 | Violent: 70.6% lower Property: 16.5% higher |