Cherokee County, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Cherokee County in NC is served by 2 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 400 violent crimes and 771 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 267.4 per 100k residents, which is +151.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 300.4 per 100k, +83.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 FAnnual Rate267.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents400 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate300.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents771 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate90.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents167 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate149.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents528 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate60.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents72 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 267.4 | F | 400 | 106.2 | +151.7% |
| Property Crime | 300.4 | F | 771 | 163.6 | +83.6% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 0 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 16 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 3 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.2 | D | 80 | 22.3 | +35.8% |
| Burglary | 90.7 | F | 167 | 24.0 | +277.4% |
| Larceny | 149.3 | D | 528 | 116.4 | +28.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 60.5 | F | 72 | 22.2 | +172.7% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Andrews Police Department
Andrews, NC
Murphy Police Department
Murphy, NC