B+
39%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
33%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
40%
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 peopleColusa/100k peopleCalifornia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime92n/a (estimate)1,4282,8432,324
Murder0n/a0.05.76.3
Rape8n/a124.137.440.0
Robbery3n/a46.6123.566.1
Assault5n/a77.6332.8268.2
Violent crime16n/a (estimate)248500370
Burglary16n/a248.3371.9269.8
Theft49n/a760.41,499.31,401.9
Vehicle theft11n/a170.7471.9282.7
Property crime76n/a (estimate)1,1792,3431,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Colusa, CA

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 Colusa is 38.6% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 16 violent crimes reported in Colusa, equivalent to 248 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 32.9%. Additionally, Colusa recorded 76 property crimes, amounting to 1179 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 39.7%.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Colusa reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

Is Colusa a Safe Place to Live?

Is Colusa 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, Colusa has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 39%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.25 daily incidents, encompassing 0.04 violent crimes and 0.21 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Colusa as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Colusa Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Colusa. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Colusa has decreased by 3.2%. Specifically, violent crime has didn't change by 0%, while property crime has decreased by 3.8%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Colusa.

Potential Causes for Crime in Colusa

High population density areas are often large urban centers with diverse economic opportunities. These areas can exacerbate income inequality, with pockets of poverty existing alongside affluence. Areas with economic disparities may experience higher property crimes and, in some cases, violent crimes. On the other hand, areas with low population density tend to see lower Colusa crime rates. The population density in Colusa is 1784.8 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Colusa, 70.5% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Law enforcement and community policing efforts can play a pivotal role in shaping crime rates. Establishing a robust and cooperative partnership between the police and the community can act as a deterrent to criminal behavior and enhance overall safety. In Colusa, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents differs from the national average, with 1.48 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents compared to 3.25 nationally. Effective law enforcement often hinges on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and collaboration between law enforcement and the community. It's not solely about the quantity of officers but also the quality of their engagement with the community.

Colusa crime map



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

  • Colusa crime rates are 39% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Colusa are 33% lower than the national average
  • In Colusa you have a 1 in 71 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Colusa is safer than 49% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Colusa has decreased by 9%

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        Daily Crime In Colusa (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Colusa, California is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Colusa are 1.99 times less than the California average and 1.63 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Colusa are 2.01 times less than than California and 1.49 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Colusa are 1.99 times less than than California and 1.66 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Colusa (higher is better)

        How safe is Colusa, California compared to other cities in California and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Colusa is safer than 76% of the cities in California and 49% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in California and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Colusa. Overall, Colusa is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Colusa

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Colusa is 1 in 403
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Colusa is 1 in 85
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Colusa is 1 in 71
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Colusa? If you reside in Colusa, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 403. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 85 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Colusa, is 1 in 71.

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

        A good indicator of whether Colusa 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 Colusa has decreased by 6%, while the property crime rate in Colusa has decreased by 10% year over year. The number of total crimes in Colusa has decreased by 9% year over year.

        Colusa police department

        Item Colusa California National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)951,506558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.53.63.3
        There are a total of 9 Colusa police officers. This results in 1.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 58.9% less than the California average and 54.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in California

        State Total offenders California /100K National /100K
        California79,891232266
        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

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        Sutter, CA2,7893181,4921,810
        Williams, CA5,2843891,4681,857
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        Meridian, CA2786693,1363,805
        College City, CA2056713,1453,816
        Maxwell, CA1,2566883,2263,914
        Princeton, CA3377093,3224,031
        Colusa, CA6,1112481,1791,428

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        Colusa, CA6,1112481,1791,428
        Source: The Colusa, 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.