Marion, NC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Marion Police Department serves the city of Marion, NC in Mcdowell County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 634 violent crimes and 1,820 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 216.7 per 100k residents, which is 104.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 270.8 per 100k, 65.5% 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 Rate216.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents634 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate13.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate270.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,820 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate108.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents491 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate148.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,172 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents153 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 216.7 | F | 634 | 106.2 | +104.0% |
| Property Crime | 270.8 | F | 1820 | 163.6 | +65.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 13.5 | A | 46 | 22.3 | -39.2% |
| Burglary | 108.3 | F | 491 | 24.0 | +350.8% |
| Larceny | 148.9 | D | 1172 | 116.4 | +28.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.5 | A | 153 | 22.2 | -38.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Mountain | 16 miles | A 46.9 | A 82.0 | Violent: 78.4% lower Property: 69.7% lower |
| Valdese | 20 miles | A 64.0 | D 213.3 | Violent: 70.5% lower Property: 21.2% lower |
| Drexel | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Burnsville | 20 miles | A 60.3 | B 120.6 | Violent: 72.2% lower Property: 55.5% lower |
| Forest City | 21 miles | A 68.0 | F 448.9 | Violent: 68.6% lower Property: 65.8% higher |