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90%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
103%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
88%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleCovington/100k peopleGeorgia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime644n/a (estimate)4,4262,0582,324
Murder2n/a13.78.26.3
Rape8n/a55.036.440.0
Robbery4n/a27.543.666.1
Assault95n/a653.0278.8268.2
Violent crime109n/a (estimate)749367370
Burglary58n/a398.7217.8269.8
Theft429n/a2,948.71,266.51,401.9
Vehicle theft48n/a329.9206.5282.7
Property crime535n/a (estimate)3,6771,6911,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Covington, GA

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Covington crime rate is higher than the national average by 90.5%. Specifically, there were 109 violent crimes in Covington, equivalent to 749 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 102.6%. Furthermore, Covington recorded 535 property crimes, amounting to 3677 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 88.2%.

Having a crime rate of 4426 per 100,000 residents, Covington experiences a crime rate that is 90.45% higher when compared to the national average, leading to one of the highest overall crime rates in the nation. It's important to clarify that this doesn't imply the entire city is unsafe. Like any area, Covington contains neighborhoods with varying safety levels and you can find areas that are notably safer than others, emphasizing the need for targeted crime prevention efforts and community engagement initiatives.

Covington has gained notoriety as one of the most dangerous cities in the United States, given its alarming violent crime rate of 749 crimes per 100,000 people. In fact, Covington falls within the lowest 10% among cities reporting violent crimes last year, resulting in a concerning 1 in 134 likelihood of experiencing a violent crime. It's important to note that safety levels may vary across different areas within the city, and this statistic doesn't necessarily reflect the entire city's situation regarding violent crime.

While murder rates in the United States have shown a consistent decline since 1990, recent years have witnessed an increase. Unfortunately, Covington ranks among the cities with the highest murder rates in the nation, when compared to all reporting cities in the U.S. In Covington, there were a total of 2 murders, translating to 14 murders per 100,000 residents. This alarming statistic underscores the need for heightened attention to community safety and crime prevention efforts in the area.

With a property crime rate of 3677 crimes per 100,000 people, Covington unfortunately has the distinction of being among the bottom 10% of all U.S. cities reporting crime. The likelihood of falling victim to property crime in Covington is alarmingly high, estimated at 1 in 28, significantly surpassing the national average. This data emphasizes the city's pressing need for concerted efforts to address and reduce property crime, ensuring a safer environment for its residents.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Covington?

What do the local residents think about crime in Covington? Well, based on a recent survey of 41 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 37% of Covington residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 63% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Covington a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Covington, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Covington presents a total crime rate that is 90% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Covington experiences an average of 1.76 daily crimes, comprising 0.3 violent incidents and 1.47 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Covington Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Covington crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Covington has increased by 29.1% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 55.7% and property crime has increased by 24.7%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Covington

In Covington, the poverty rate currently stands at 26.2%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Covington crime rates.

Covington reports an unemployment rate of 3.1%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Covington crime rates.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Covington has a median home price of $178,800, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

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The Covington crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Covington as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Covington crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Covington crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Covington crime rates are 90% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Covington are 103% higher than the national average
      • In Covington you have a 1 in 23 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Covington is safer than 7% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Covington has increased by 29%

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        Daily Crime In Covington (per 100,000 people)

        The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Covington, per 100,000 residents. In Covington, the total number of daily crimes is 2.15 times more than the Georgia average and 1.90 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Covington are 2.04 times more than the Georgia average and 2.03 times more than the national average. For property crime, Covington has a daily crime rate that is 2.17 times more than the Georgia average and 1.88 times more than the daily national average.

        How Safe is Covington (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Covington to every other city in Georgia, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Covington safe? The gauges above illustrate that Covington is safer than 11% of every city located within Georgia along with 7% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Georgia and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Covington, GA is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Covington

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Covington is 1 in 134
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Covington is 1 in 28
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Covington is 1 in 23
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Covington? In Covington, you have a 1 in 134 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 28. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Covington, GA is 1 in 23.

        Year Over Year Crime In Covington (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Covington, GA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Covington has increased by 55%, while the property crime rate in Covington has increased by 24% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Covington has increased by 29% with regards to total crimes year over year.

        Covington police department

        Item Covington Georgia National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)6011,364558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents4.54.03.3
        There are a total of 60 Covington police officers. This results in 4.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 13.4% greater than the Georgia average and 38% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Georgia

        State Total offenders Georgia /100K National /100K
        Georgia23,117275266
        There are a total of 23,117 sex offenders in Georgia. This yields a total of 275 sex offenders in Georgia per 100,000 residents which is 3% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Oxford, GA2,0930527527
        Walnut Grove, GA1,739152701853
        Porterdale, GA1,9481908771,067
        Lakeview Estates, GA2,5462301,0611,291
        Between, GA4163451,5881,932
        Social Circle, GA4,5145901,3521,942
        Lithonia, GA2,4884261,5862,012
        Covington, GA14,1137493,6774,426

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Springdale, NJ14,111114793907
        Youngsville, LA14,1182791,2201,499
        West Freehold, NJ14,1181601,1191,279
        Auburn, CA14,1044161,5361,952
        Willowick, OH14,10350269319
        Covington, GA14,1137493,6774,426
        Source: The Covington, GA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.