Dalton, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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22%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

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Violent crime NAT. AVG.

26%

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}	Dalton_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	972	n/a (estimate)	2,836	2,058	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	5.8	8.2	6.3
Rape	18	n/a	52.5	36.4	40.0
Robbery	23	n/a	67.1	43.6	66.1
Assault	84	n/a	245.1	278.8	268.2
Violent crime	127	n/a (estimate)	371	367	370
Burglary	79	n/a	230.5	217.8	269.8
Theft	699	n/a	2,039.3	1,266.5	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	67	n/a	195.5	206.5	282.7
Property crime	845	n/a (estimate)	2,465	1,691	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Dalton, 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 Dalton is 22% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 127 violent crimes reported in Dalton, equivalent to 371 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 0.2%. Additionally, Dalton recorded 845 property crimes, amounting to 2465 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 26.1%.

For violent crimes per 100,000 people, Dalton has a rate of violent crime that is very close to the national average. There were a total of 371 violent crimes, while the national average reported 370. This is an indication that the level of crime is essentially on par with all other cities.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Dalton?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Dalton residents. Out of the respondents (15 in total), 33% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Dalton were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 67% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Dalton a Safe Place to Live?

Is Dalton 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, Dalton has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 22%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 2.66 daily incidents, encompassing 0.35 violent crimes and 2.32 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Dalton as a potential place to call home.

Potential Causes for Crime in Dalton

Dalton reports an unemployment rate of 3.2%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Dalton crime rates.

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 Dalton crime rates. The population density in Dalton is 1585.2 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Dalton, the cost of living is 14.31% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Dalton crime map

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

Dalton crime rates are 22% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Dalton are equal to the national average
In Dalton you have a 1 in 36 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Dalton is safer than 24% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Dalton has decreased by 11%

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Daily Crime In Dalton (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Dalton, per 100,000 residents. In Dalton, the total number of daily crimes is 1.38 times more than the Georgia average and 1.22 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Dalton are 1.01 times more than the Georgia average and 1.00 times more than the national average. For property crime, Dalton has a daily crime rate that is 1.46 times more than the Georgia average and 1.26 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Dalton (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Georgia and all other cities across the US, is Dalton safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Dalton is safer than 31% of other cities in the state of Georgia. In addition, Dalton is safer than 24% 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 Dalton. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Dalton is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Dalton

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Dalton is 1 in 270

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Dalton is 1 in 41

The chance of being a victim of crime in Dalton is 1 in 36

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Dalton? If you reside in Dalton, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 270. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 41 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 Dalton, is 1 in 36.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Dalton, Georgia (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Dalton has decreased by 30%, the amount of property crime in Dalton has decreased by 7%, and the total amount of crime in Dalton has decreased by 11% year over year.

Dalton police department

Item	Dalton	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	91	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.7	4.0	3.3

There are a total of 91 Dalton police officers. This results in 2.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 31.7% less than the Georgia average and 16.9% 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}
Tunnel Hill, GA	1,158	0	415	415
Chatsworth, GA	4,247	63	691	754
Varnell, GA	2,371	147	678	825
Eton, GA	1,188	0	848	848
Resaca, GA	1,583	177	815	992
Indian Springs, GA	2,172	199	915	1,114
Ringgold, GA	3,454	271	1,247	1,518
Dalton, GA	33,515	371	2,465	2,836

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Randolph, MA	33,526	259	1,213	1,472
Kaneohe, HI	33,540	233	2,179	2,411
Long Beach, NY	33,475	89	144	234
Lake Stevens, WA	33,470	168	994	1,162
Fairborn, OH	33,456	274	1,212	1,486
Dalton, GA	33,515	371	2,465	2,836

Source: The Dalton, 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.