Jersey City, NJ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Jersey City Police Department serves the city of Jersey City, NJ in Hudson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 11,982 violent crimes and 22,275 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 102.1 per 100k residents, which is 3.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 179.2 per 100k, 9.5% 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 CAnnual Rate102.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents11,982 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade DAnnual Rate0.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate0.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents280 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents1,440 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate31.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,921 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate179.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents22,275 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate4.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,017 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate144.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents16,910 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,301 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 102.1 | C | 11982 | 106.2 | -3.9% |
| Property Crime | 179.2 | C | 22275 | 163.6 | +9.5% |
| Homicide | 0.7 | D | 77 | 0.5 | +31.4% |
| Rape | 0.7 | A | 280 | 3.5 | -80.2% |
| Robbery | 7.4 | D | 1440 | 5.8 | +26.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 31.9 | D | 3921 | 22.3 | +43.4% |
| Burglary | 4.9 | A | 2017 | 24.0 | -79.6% |
| Larceny | 144.2 | D | 16910 | 116.4 | +23.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.5 | D | 3301 | 22.2 | +32.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 37 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 8 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 7 |
| Anti-Heterosexual | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 4 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 8 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoboken | 1 miles | A 59.8 | B 128.4 | Violent: 41.4% lower Property: 28.3% lower |
| Bayonne | 2 miles | A 58.2 | A 104.7 | Violent: 43.0% lower Property: 41.6% lower |
| Weehawken Township | 3 miles | A 34.6 | B 126.9 | Violent: 66.1% lower Property: 29.2% lower |
| Union City | 4 miles | B 94.9 | B 132.3 | Violent: 7.0% lower Property: 26.2% lower |
| North Bergen Township | 4 miles | B 76.1 | A 94.7 | Violent: 25.5% lower Property: 47.2% lower |