Dickson City, PA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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38%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

26%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

51%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Dickson City_{/100k people}	Pennsylvania_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	175	n/a (estimate)	2,919	1,681	2,119
Murder	1	n/a	16.7	5.0	5.0
Rape	2	n/a	33.4	27.8	37.5
Robbery	1	n/a	16.7	51.4	60.6
Assault	12	n/a	200.2	161.4	256.1
Violent crime	16	n/a (estimate)	267	246	359
Burglary	7	n/a	116.8	116.7	229.2
Theft	150	n/a	2,502.1	1,129.8	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	2	n/a	33.4	188.5	258.8
Property crime	159	n/a (estimate)	2,652	1,435	1,760

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Dickson City crime map

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

Dickson City crime rates are 38% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Dickson City are 26% lower than the national average
In Dickson City you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Dickson City is safer than 46% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Dickson City has increased by 10%

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Daily Crime In Dickson City (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Dickson City, Pennsylvania is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Dickson City are 1.74 times more than the Pennsylvania average and 1.38 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Dickson City are 1.09 times more than than Pennsylvania and 1.35 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Dickson City are 1.85 times more than than Pennsylvania and 1.51 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Dickson City (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Dickson City in comparison to other Pennsylvania communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Dickson City safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Dickson City being safer than 35% of cities in Pennsylvania and 46% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Pennsylvania cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Dickson City. In conclusion, Dickson City ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Dickson City

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Dickson City is 1 in 375

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

The chance of being a victim of crime in Dickson City is 1 in 35

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Dickson City, Pennsylvania? If you reside in Dickson City, then there is a 1 in 375 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 38. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 35 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Dickson City.

Year Over Year Crime In Dickson City (per 100,000 people)

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Dickson City, PA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Dickson City has decreased by 47%, while the property crime rate in Dickson City has increased by 23% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Dickson City has increased by 10% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Dickson City police department

Item	Dickson City	Pennsylvania	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	6	14,701	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.0	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 6 Dickson City police officers. This results in 1.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 45.9% less than the Pennsylvania average and 69.6% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Pennsylvania

State	Total offenders	Pennsylvania_/100K	National_/100K
Pennsylvania	21,558	176	266

There are a total of 21,558 sex offenders in Pennsylvania. This yields a total of 176 sex offenders in Pennsylvania per 100,000 residents which is 34% 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}
Waymart, PA	1,264	0	0	0
Mayfield, PA	1,730	0	0	0
Forest City, PA	1,644	12	72	83
Forty Fort, PA	4,055	0	94	94
Jermyn, PA	2,038	47	94	141
Glenburn, PA	1,024	36	211	247
Avoca, PA	2,612	0	277	277
Dickson City, PA	5,778	267	2,652	2,919

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City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Moosic, PA	5,777	484	951	1,435
Plymouth, PA	5,780	834	1,911	2,745
Jamul, CA	5,776	158	676	834
Semmes, AL	5,780	721	5,143	5,864
Lake Mohegan, NY	5,781	177	802	980
Dickson City, PA	5,778	267	2,652	2,919

Source: The Dickson City, PA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.