Nesquehoning, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Nesquehoning Police Department serves the city of Nesquehoning, PA in Carbon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 46 violent crimes and 129 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 59.6 per 100k residents, which is 43.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 89.3 per 100k, 45.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Larceny 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 AAnnual Rate59.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate89.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents129 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate59.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents15 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate29.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents112 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 59.6 | A | 46 | 106.2 | -43.9% |
| Property Crime | 89.3 | A | 129 | 163.6 | -45.4% |
| Burglary | 59.6 | F | 15 | 24.0 | +147.9% |
| Larceny | 29.8 | A | 112 | 116.4 | -74.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Hill | 4 miles | A 31.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 46.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Jim Thorpe | 4 miles | A 43.8 | A 43.8 | Violent: 26.5% lower Property: 51.0% lower |
| Weatherly | 5 miles | B 78.1 | A 78.1 | Violent: 31.1% higher Property: 12.6% lower |
| Weissport | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Beaver Meadows | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |