Bay City, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bay City Police Department serves the city of Bay City, MI in Bay County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,150 violent crimes and 2,729 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 205.6 per 100k residents, which is 93.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 193.2 per 100k, 18.1% 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 6 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 Rate205.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,150 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents199 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate59.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents915 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate193.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,729 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents491 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate146.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,933 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents278 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 205.6 | F | 4150 | 106.2 | +93.6% |
| Property Crime | 193.2 | C | 2729 | 163.6 | +18.1% |
| Rape | 9.3 | F | 199 | 3.5 | +164.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 59.2 | F | 915 | 22.3 | +165.9% |
| Burglary | 21.8 | C | 491 | 24.0 | -9.2% |
| Larceny | 146.4 | D | 1933 | 116.4 | +25.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.8 | C | 278 | 22.2 | -1.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essexville | 0 miles | A 60.6 | A 30.3 | Violent: 70.5% lower Property: 84.3% lower |
| Hampton Township | 9 miles | B 73.3 | A 73.3 | Violent: 64.3% lower Property: 62.0% lower |
| Zilwaukee | 10 miles | A 66.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 67.4% lower Property: N/A |
| Carrollton Township | 11 miles | D 142.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 30.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Akron | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 540.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 179.9% higher |