Cambridge, MD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Cambridge Police Department serves the city of Cambridge, MD in Dorchester County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,633 violent crimes and 1,828 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 327.0 per 100k residents, which is 207.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 167.3 per 100k, 2.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 Rate327.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,633 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents26 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents76 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate76.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents316 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate167.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,828 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate22.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents304 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate144.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,376 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 327.0 | F | 1633 | 106.2 | +207.9% |
| Property Crime | 167.3 | C | 1828 | 163.6 | +2.3% |
| Rape | 7.6 | F | 26 | 3.5 | +114.9% |
| Robbery | 7.6 | D | 76 | 5.8 | +30.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 76.0 | F | 316 | 22.3 | +241.7% |
| Burglary | 22.8 | C | 304 | 24.0 | -5.1% |
| Larceny | 144.5 | D | 1376 | 116.4 | +24.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurlock | 9 miles | F 192.1 | C 192.1 | Violent: 41.2% lower Property: 14.8% higher |
| Easton | 14 miles | B 74.4 | C 154.5 | Violent: 77.2% lower Property: 7.6% lower |
| Oxford | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| St. Michaels | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Federalsburg | 25 miles | D 143.1 | A 35.8 | Violent: 56.2% lower Property: 78.6% lower |