Madison, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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5%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

45%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

2%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

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.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Madison_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	119	n/a (estimate)	2,200	2,058	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	8.2	6.3
Rape	1	n/a	18.5	36.4	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	18.5	43.6	66.1
Assault	9	n/a	166.4	278.8	268.2
Violent crime	11	n/a (estimate)	203	367	370
Burglary	9	n/a	166.4	217.8	269.8
Theft	90	n/a	1,663.6	1,266.5	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	9	n/a	166.4	206.5	282.7
Property crime	108	n/a (estimate)	1,996	1,691	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Madison, GA

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Madison is 5.4% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 11 violent crimes reported in Madison, equivalent to 203 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 45%. Additionally, Madison recorded 108 property crimes, amounting to 1996 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 2.1%.

The Madison crime rate is about average when compared to all the other cities across the U.S. per 100,000 residents. When we compared the total crimes (violent and property) in Madison, we found that the reported crime rates were almost equal to the average of all other areas that reported crime.

In the latest reported crime year, Madison recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

In the most recent release, Madison reported a property crime rate that closely aligns with the national average. In Madison, there were 1996 reported property crimes, a figure consistent with the national average of 1954 per 100,000 individuals. This positions the area as maintaining a level of safety and security on par with the typical city. The harmonious statistics underscore a balanced commitment to community well-being, offering residents a sense of stability and peace in their surroundings.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Madison?

What do the local residents think about crime in Madison? Well, based on a recent survey of 11 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 64% of Madison residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 36% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Madison a Safe Place to Live?

Is Madison a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Madison has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 5%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.33 daily incidents, encompassing 0.03 violent crimes and 0.3 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Madison as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison has increased by 5.3% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 21.4% and property crime has increased by 9.1%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Madison

Limited employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-wage jobs can result in higher rates of unemployment and underemployment. Regions where individuals grapple with joblessness or meager wages may exhibit greater vulnerability to an uptick in crime due to financial instability. While areas that have strong employment rates, often will see a reduction in overall crime. Madison, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 0%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Madison has a population density of 471.5 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Madison crime rates.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Madison, 77.9% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

Madison crime map

The Madison crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Madison 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 Madison crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Madison 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

Madison crime rates are 5% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Madison are 45% lower than the national average
In Madison you have a 1 in 46 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Madison is safer than 45% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Madison has decreased by 17%

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Daily Crime In Madison (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Madison, per 100,000 residents. In Madison, the total number of daily crimes is 1.07 times more than the Georgia average and 1.06 times less than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Madison are 1.80 times less than the Georgia average and 1.82 times less than the national average. For property crime, Madison has a daily crime rate that is 1.18 times more than the Georgia average and 1.02 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Madison (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Madison in comparison to other Georgia communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Madison safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Madison being safer than 53% of cities in Georgia and 45% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Georgia cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Madison. In conclusion, Madison ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Madison

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Madison is 1 in 492

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Madison is 1 in 51

The chance of being a victim of crime in Madison is 1 in 46

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Madison, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 492. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 51 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Madison is 1 in 46.

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

A good indicator of whether Madison is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Madison has decreased by 38%, while the property crime rate in Madison has decreased by 14% year over year. The number of total crimes in Madison has decreased by 17% year over year.

Madison police department

Item	Madison	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	15	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.7	4.0	3.3

There are a total of 15 Madison police officers. This results in 3.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 6.2% less than the Georgia average and 14.1% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Georgia

State	Total offenders	Georgia_/100K	National_/100K
Georgia	23,117	275	266

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}
Social Circle, GA	4,514	590	1,352	1,942
Rutledge, GA	1,193	359	1,654	2,012
Bostwick, GA	306	402	1,854	2,257
Good Hope, GA	380	409	1,883	2,292
Mansfield, GA	533	497	2,289	2,786
Newborn, GA	817	513	2,365	2,878
Buckhead, GA	3,780	520	2,397	2,917
Madison, GA	4,141	203	1,996	2,200

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
La Paloma, TX	4,140	321	1,708	2,028
Lincoln, ND	4,140	137	524	661
Monongahela, PA	4,142	253	1,338	1,591
Reiffton, PA	4,142	153	812	966
Farmington, NH	4,140	364	1,135	1,499
Madison, GA	4,141	203	1,996	2,200

Source: The Madison, 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.