Monrovia, CA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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17%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

22%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

25%

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}	Monrovia_{/100k people}	California_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,011	n/a (estimate)	2,725	2,843	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	5.7	6.3
Rape	9	n/a	24.3	37.4	40.0
Robbery	32	n/a	86.2	123.5	66.1
Assault	66	n/a	177.9	332.8	268.2
Violent crime	107	n/a (estimate)	288	500	370
Burglary	132	n/a	355.8	371.9	269.8
Theft	667	n/a	1,797.7	1,499.3	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	105	n/a	283.0	471.9	282.7
Property crime	904	n/a (estimate)	2,436	2,343	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Monrovia, CA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Monrovia crime rate is 17.2% higher than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Monrovia, there were 107 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 288 per 100,000 individuals, 22% lower than the national average. Additionally, Monrovia recorded 904 property crimes, amounting to 2436 per 100,000 residents, 24.7% higher than the U.S. average.

In the most recently reported crime year, Monrovia registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Monrovia?

What is the prevailing sentiment among Monrovia residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 14 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 43% of Monrovia 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, 57% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is Monrovia a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Monrovia 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. Monrovia has a total crime rate that is 17% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 2.77 daily crimes (0.29 violent daily crimes and 2.48 daily property crimes) in Monrovia.

Has Crime in Monrovia Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Monrovia has increased by 2.9%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Monrovia, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 55.1%, while property crime has increased by 1.1%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Monrovia is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Monrovia

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Monrovia crime rates. In Monrovia, the poverty rate stands at 9.1%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

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. Monrovia, for instance, reports an unemployment rate of 3.4%, which differs from the national average of 4.7%.

Monrovia has an average rental rate of $1,696 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

Monrovia crime map

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

Monrovia crime rates are 17% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Monrovia are 22% lower than the national average
In Monrovia you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Monrovia is safer than 32% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Monrovia has increased by 1%

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Daily Crime In Monrovia (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Monrovia, CA per 100,000 people. In Monrovia, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.04 times less than the California average and 1.17 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Monrovia is 1.73 times less than the California average and 1.28 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Monrovia has a daily crime rate that is 1.04 times more than the California average and 1.25 times more than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Monrovia (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in California and all other cities across the US, is Monrovia safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Monrovia is safer than 55% of other cities in the state of California. In addition, Monrovia is safer than 32% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all California and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Monrovia. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Monrovia is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Monrovia

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Monrovia is 1 in 347

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Monrovia is 1 in 42

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

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Monrovia, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 347. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 42 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 Monrovia is 1 in 37.

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

Determining whether Monrovia is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Monrovia violent crime rates have increased by 52%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 3% year over year. Total crimes for Monrovia has increased by 1% in the same time frame.

Monrovia police department

Item	Monrovia	California	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	75	51,506	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.0	3.6	3.3

There are a total of 75 Monrovia police officers. This results in 2.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 44.2% less than the California average and 38% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in California

State	Total offenders	California_/100K	National_/100K
California	79,891	232	266

There are a total of 79,891 sex offenders in California. This yields a total of 232 sex offenders in California per 100,000 residents which is 13% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
San Pasqual, CA	2,038	78	368	446
Rose Hills, CA	2,619	113	527	640
Sierra Madre, CA	10,829	93	909	1,002
East Pasadena, CA	6,025	179	838	1,017
Bradbury, CA	825	0	1,025	1,025
La Habra Heights, CA	5,318	55	1,049	1,104
Bell Gardens, CA	41,770	387	1,103	1,490
Monrovia, CA	37,636	288	2,436	2,725

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Rock Island, IL	37,651	563	2,591	3,154
Carpentersville, IL	37,618	381	2,235	2,616
Menomonee Falls, WI	37,611	71	908	979
Clinton, MD	37,765	435	1,788	2,223
Egypt Lake-Leto, FL	37,775	356	2,150	2,506
Monrovia, CA	37,636	288	2,436	2,725

Source: The Monrovia, CA 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.