Johnstown, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Johnstown Police Department serves the city of Johnstown, PA in Cambria County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,339 violent crimes and 1,681 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 128.1 per 100k residents, which is 20.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 216.8 per 100k, 32.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 DAnnual Rate128.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,339 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents50 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate14.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate24.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents397 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate216.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,681 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate49.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents372 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate138.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,202 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents97 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 128.1 | D | 1339 | 106.2 | +20.6% |
| Property Crime | 216.8 | D | 1681 | 163.6 | +32.5% |
| Rape | 4.9 | D | 50 | 3.5 | +39.4% |
| Robbery | 14.8 | F | 64 | 5.8 | +154.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 24.6 | C | 397 | 22.3 | +10.7% |
| Burglary | 49.3 | F | 372 | 24.0 | +105.1% |
| Larceny | 138.0 | C | 1202 | 116.4 | +18.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.6 | D | 97 | 22.2 | +33.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Hills Regional | 1 miles | A 40.5 | A 40.5 | Violent: 68.4% lower Property: 81.3% lower |
| Upper Yoder Township | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| East Conemaugh | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Stonycreek Township | 2 miles | C 111.0 | B 111.0 | Violent: 13.4% lower Property: 48.8% lower |
| East Taylor Township | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 42.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 80.5% lower |