Thomaston, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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36%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

23%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

38%

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}	Thomaston_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	305	n/a (estimate)	3,150	2,058	2,324
Murder	3	n/a	31.0	8.2	6.3
Rape	13	n/a	134.3	36.4	40.0
Robbery	4	n/a	41.3	43.6	66.1
Assault	24	n/a	247.9	278.8	268.2
Violent crime	44	n/a (estimate)	454	367	370
Burglary	20	n/a	206.6	217.8	269.8
Theft	222	n/a	2,293.1	1,266.5	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	19	n/a	196.3	206.5	282.7
Property crime	261	n/a (estimate)	2,696	1,691	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Thomaston, 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 Thomaston is 35.6% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 44 violent crimes reported in Thomaston, equivalent to 454 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 22.9%. Additionally, Thomaston recorded 261 property crimes, amounting to 2696 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 38%.

While murder rates in the United States have generally declined since 1990, recent years have seen an unfortunate uptick. Thomaston stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates among cities reporting crime data. In Thomaston, a total of 3 murders were reported, equating to 31 murders per 100,000 residents. This statistic underscores the challenges facing the area in terms of severe violent crime and the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and security within the community.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Thomaston?

What do the local residents think about crime in Thomaston? Well, based on a recent survey of 17 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 47% of Thomaston residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 53% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Thomaston a Safe Place to Live?

Is Thomaston 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, Thomaston has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 36%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.84 daily incidents, encompassing 0.12 violent crimes and 0.72 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Thomaston as a potential place to call home.

Potential Causes for Crime in Thomaston

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Thomaston crime rate. The poverty level in Thomaston is 36.8%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In Thomaston, 68.6% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city 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 Thomaston, the average monthly rent stands at $631, while the national average is $949 per month.

Thomaston crime map

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

Thomaston crime rates are 36% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Thomaston are 23% higher than the national average
In Thomaston you have a 1 in 32 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Thomaston is safer than 18% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Thomaston has increased by 6%

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Daily Crime In Thomaston (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Thomaston, Georgia is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Thomaston are 1.53 times more than the Georgia average and 1.36 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Thomaston are 1.24 times more than than Georgia and 1.23 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Thomaston are 1.59 times more than than Georgia and 1.38 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Thomaston (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Georgia and all other cities across the US, is Thomaston safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Thomaston is safer than 23% of other cities in the state of Georgia. In addition, Thomaston is safer than 18% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Georgia and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Thomaston. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Thomaston is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Thomaston

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Thomaston is 1 in 221

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Thomaston is 1 in 38

The chance of being a victim of crime in Thomaston is 1 in 32

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Thomaston, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 221. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 38 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 Thomaston is 1 in 32.

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

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Thomaston, GA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Thomaston has decreased by 8%, while the property crime rate in Thomaston has increased by 9% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Thomaston has increased by 6% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Thomaston police department

Item	Thomaston	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	29	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	4.0	3.3

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}
Barnesville, GA	6,673	93	481	574
Zebulon, GA	1,427	155	776	931
Talbotton, GA	766	198	911	1,108
Gay, GA	122	210	968	1,178
Hannahs Mill, GA	3,571	253	1,167	1,420
Meansville, GA	158	385	1,774	2,159
Yatesville, GA	484	486	2,238	2,724
Thomaston, GA	8,771	454	2,696	3,150

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Laurel Hill, VA	8,771	76	552	628
Rockingham, NC	8,771	767	4,444	5,212
Airmont, NY	8,771	246	989	1,236
Pingree Grove, IL	8,768	45	172	217
Kulpsville, PA	8,768	155	818	972
Thomaston, GA	8,771	454	2,696	3,150

Source: The Thomaston, 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.