Columbus, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Columbus Police Department serves the city of Columbus, NC in Polk County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 31 violent crimes and 149 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 90.3 per 100k residents, which is 15.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 542.0 per 100k, 231.3% above 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 BAnnual Rate90.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents31 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate542.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents149 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate542.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents139 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 90.3 | B | 31 | 106.2 | -15.0% |
| Property Crime | 542.0 | F | 149 | 163.6 | +231.3% |
| Larceny | 542.0 | F | 139 | 116.4 | +365.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tryon | 0 miles | F 186.2 | F 310.4 | Violent: 106.2% higher Property: 42.7% lower |
| Rutherfordton | 13 miles | B 82.0 | F 355.2 | Violent: 9.3% lower Property: 34.5% lower |
| Forest City | 16 miles | A 68.0 | F 448.9 | Violent: 24.7% lower Property: 17.2% lower |
| Lake Lure | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 72.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 86.6% lower |
| Hendersonville | 17 miles | C 116.8 | D 227.2 | Violent: 29.4% higher Property: 58.1% lower |