Lake Charles, LA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lake Charles Police Department serves the city of Lake Charles, LA in Calcasieu County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,492 violent crimes and 12,286 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 167.6 per 100k residents, which is 57.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 210.8 per 100k, 28.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 DAnnual Rate167.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,492 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents52 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate2.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents188 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents279 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate48.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,726 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate210.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents12,286 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate53.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,611 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate145.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,532 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,131 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 167.6 | D | 6492 | 106.2 | +57.8% |
| Property Crime | 210.8 | D | 12286 | 163.6 | +28.8% |
| Homicide | 1.3 | F | 52 | 0.5 | +145.9% |
| Rape | 2.6 | B | 188 | 3.5 | -25.9% |
| Robbery | 7.8 | D | 279 | 5.8 | +34.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 48.4 | F | 1726 | 22.3 | +117.6% |
| Burglary | 53.7 | F | 3611 | 24.0 | +123.4% |
| Larceny | 145.3 | D | 7532 | 116.4 | +24.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.8 | A | 1131 | 22.2 | -46.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sulphur | 0 miles | B 86.5 | D 244.3 | Violent: 48.4% lower Property: 15.9% higher |
| Westlake | 0 miles | B 88.4 | F 574.3 | Violent: 47.3% lower Property: 172.5% higher |
| Iowa | 0 miles | A 33.5 | A 67.0 | Violent: 80.0% lower Property: 68.2% lower |
| Vinton | 14 miles | F 369.6 | F 268.8 | Violent: 120.6% higher Property: 27.6% higher |
| Jennings | 32 miles | F 263.5 | F 358.4 | Violent: 57.3% higher Property: 70.1% higher |