Kalama, WA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Kalama Police Department serves the city of Kalama, WA in Cowlitz County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 0 violent crimes and 287 property crimes. Property crime averages 130.0 per 100k, 20.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Larceny had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate130.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents287 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate97.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate32.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents177 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Property Crime | 130.0 | B | 287 | 163.6 | -20.5% |
| Burglary | 97.5 | F | 80 | 24.0 | +305.8% |
| Larceny | 32.5 | A | 177 | 116.4 | -72.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Rock | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 205.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 57.8% higher |
| Kelso | 12 miles | D 165.7 | B 126.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 2.9% lower |
| Longview | 14 miles | C 108.6 | F 299.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 130.3% higher |
| Battle Ground | 29 miles | A 27.3 | A 99.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 23.2% lower |
| Vancouver | 30 miles | F 215.6 | F 329.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 153.7% higher |