Covington, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Covington Police Department serves the city of Covington, KY in Kenton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,890 violent crimes and 4,502 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 166.0 per 100k residents, which is 56.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 136.7 per 100k, 16.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 15 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 DAnnual Rate166.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,890 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents134 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents241 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents334 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate136.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,502 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents666 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate105.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,111 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents695 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 166.0 | D | 3890 | 106.2 | +56.3% |
| Property Crime | 136.7 | B | 4502 | 163.6 | -16.4% |
| Rape | 4.9 | D | 134 | 3.5 | +38.0% |
| Robbery | 4.9 | B | 241 | 5.8 | -16.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 9.8 | A | 334 | 22.3 | -56.1% |
| Burglary | 24.4 | C | 666 | 24.0 | +1.6% |
| Larceny | 105.0 | C | 3111 | 116.4 | -9.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.3 | A | 695 | 22.2 | -67.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 15 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludlow | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lakeside Park-Crestview Hills | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 83.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 39.3% lower |
| Fort Mitchell | 0 miles | A 58.0 | A 34.8 | Violent: 65.1% lower Property: 74.6% lower |
| Independence | 1 miles | A 13.5 | A 23.6 | Violent: 91.9% lower Property: 82.7% lower |
| Taylor Mill | 4 miles | C 117.1 | A 29.3 | Violent: 29.4% lower Property: 78.6% lower |