Tama, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Tama Police Department serves the city of Tama, IA in Tama County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 54 violent crimes and 45 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 110.4 per 100k residents, which is 4.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 36.8 per 100k, 77.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 CAnnual Rate110.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents54 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate110.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate36.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents45 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate36.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents22 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 110.4 | C | 54 | 106.2 | +4.0% |
| Property Crime | 36.8 | A | 45 | 163.6 | -77.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 110.4 | F | 42 | 22.3 | +396.1% |
| Larceny | 36.8 | A | 22 | 116.4 | -68.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toledo | 6 miles | A 47.1 | A 47.1 | Violent: 57.3% lower Property: 28.0% higher |
| Belle Plaine | 18 miles | F 215.0 | A 86.0 | Violent: 94.7% higher Property: 133.6% higher |
| Marshalltown | 20 miles | B 95.0 | B 116.9 | Violent: 14.0% lower Property: 217.7% higher |
| State Center | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Grinnell | 25 miles | A 63.4 | B 137.3 | Violent: 42.6% lower Property: 272.9% higher |