McDonough, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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17%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

2%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

20%

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}	McDonough_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	849	n/a (estimate)	2,713	2,058	2,324
Murder	3	n/a	9.6	8.2	6.3
Rape	7	n/a	22.4	36.4	40.0
Robbery	13	n/a	41.5	43.6	66.1
Assault	90	n/a	287.6	278.8	268.2
Violent crime	113	n/a (estimate)	361	367	370
Burglary	58	n/a	185.4	217.8	269.8
Theft	587	n/a	1,875.9	1,266.5	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	91	n/a	290.8	206.5	282.7
Property crime	736	n/a (estimate)	2,352	1,691	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in McDonough, GA

The McDonough crime rates are 16.7% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 113 violent crimes in McDonough (361 per 100,000 people), which is 2.4% lower than the national average and there were a total of 736 property crimes (2352 per 100,000 residents) which is 20.4% higher than average.

The violent crime rate in McDonough closely mirrors the national average among all cities that reported crime, with 361 incidents per 100,000 people. The national average for violent crime per 100,000 people was 370. This consistency highlights McDonough as a community where safety standards are in line with the broader national landscape, providing residents with a reliable sense of security.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in McDonough?

What is the prevailing sentiment among McDonough residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 49 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 51% of McDonough residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 49% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is McDonough a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if McDonough is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. McDonough has a total crime rate that is 17% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 2.33 daily crimes (0.31 violent daily crimes and 2.02 daily property crimes) in McDonough.

Has Crime in McDonough Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in McDonough. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in McDonough has increased by 11%. Violent crimes have increased by 6.6%, while property crimes have increased by 11.7%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in McDonough

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower McDonough crime rates. For instance, in McDonough, the population density stands at 1989.7 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

In McDonough, 84.8% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In McDonough, the average monthly rent stands at $1,197, while the national average is $949 per month.

McDonough crime map

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

McDonough crime rates are 17% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in McDonough are 2% lower than the national average
In McDonough you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime
McDonough is safer than 25% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in McDonough has not changed

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Daily Crime In McDonough (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in McDonough for every 100,000 residents. The McDonough total amount of daily crime is 1.32 times more than the Georgia average and 1.17 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in McDonough, is 1.02 times less than the Georgia average, and it is 1.02 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that McDonough has a daily crime average that is 1.39 times more than the Georgia average and 1.20 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is McDonough (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in McDonough, Georgia compared to other areas of Georgia, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is McDonough safe? In the graphs above, it shows that McDonough is safer than 32% of Georgia cities, and 25% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Georgia, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than McDonough. At this time, McDonough sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in McDonough

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in McDonough is 1 in 277

The chance of being a victim of property crime in McDonough is 1 in 43

The chance of being a victim of crime in McDonough is 1 in 37

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in McDonough, Georgia? If you reside in McDonough, then there is a 1 in 277 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 43. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 37 risk that you will become a victim of crime in McDonough.

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

Determining whether McDonough is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. McDonough violent crime rates have decreased by 4%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 1% year over year. Total crimes for McDonough has not changed in the same time frame.

McDonough police department

Item	McDonough	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	44	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.9	4.0	3.3

There are a total of 44 McDonough police officers. This results in 1.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 51% less than the Georgia average and 40.4% less 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}
Hampton, GA	7,887	144	686	831
Woolsey, GA	195	152	701	853
Heron Bay, GA	3,300	185	853	1,039
East Griffin, GA	1,353	195	898	1,092
Bonanza, GA	3,877	241	1,113	1,354
Experiment, GA	2,915	274	1,264	1,539
Jackson, GA	5,138	318	1,463	1,781
McDonough, GA	25,572	361	2,352	2,713

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Lochearn, MD	25,612	545	2,239	2,784
Sebastian, FL	25,613	65	910	975
Coral Terrace, FL	25,529	195	1,178	1,373
Ruskin, FL	25,640	309	1,866	2,175
Lockport, IL	25,499	54	598	652
McDonough, GA	25,572	361	2,352	2,713

Source: The McDonough, 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.