Machias, ME Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Machias Police Department serves the city of Machias, ME in Washington County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 93 violent crimes and 107 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 48.5 per 100k residents, which is 54.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 145.5 per 100k, 11.1% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent 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 AAnnual Rate48.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents93 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate145.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents107 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate145.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents84 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 48.5 | A | 93 | 106.2 | -54.3% |
| Property Crime | 145.5 | B | 107 | 163.6 | -11.1% |
| Larceny | 145.5 | D | 84 | 116.4 | +25.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calais | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 31.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 78.1% lower |
| Eastport | 0 miles | B 76.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 57.8% higher Property: N/A |
| Baileyville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Milbridge | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Bar Harbor | 47 miles | A 52.8 | A 26.4 | Violent: 8.8% higher Property: 81.9% lower |