Girard, OH Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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23%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

32%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

22%

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}	Girard_{/100k people}	Ohio_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	153	n/a (estimate)	1,622	1,845	2,119
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	5.0	5.0
Rape	1	n/a	10.6	45.7	37.5
Robbery	1	n/a	10.6	45.5	60.6
Assault	21	n/a	222.6	197.4	256.1
Violent crime	23	n/a (estimate)	244	294	359
Burglary	19	n/a	201.4	206.0	229.2
Theft	106	n/a	1,123.6	1,132.8	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	5	n/a	53.0	212.5	258.8
Property crime	130	n/a (estimate)	1,378	1,551	1,760

Girard crime map

The Girard crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Girard 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 Girard crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Girard 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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An Overview of Crime Rates in Girard, OH

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Girard is 23.5% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Girard, there were 23 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 244 per 100,000 individuals, 32.1% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 130 property crimes, amounting to 1378 per 100,000 residents, 21.7% lower than the U.S. average.

Girard showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

Is Girard a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Girard 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. Girard has a total crime rate that is 23% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.42 daily crimes (0.06 violent daily crimes and 0.36 daily property crimes) in Girard.

Potential Causes for Crime in Girard

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 Girard crime rate. The poverty level in Girard is 14.5%, while the national average is 15.1%.

Girard reports an unemployment rate of 2.6%, contrasting with the national average of 4.9%. 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 Girard 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 Girard crime rates. The population density in Girard is 1627.5 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

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Crime Quick Facts

Girard crime rates are 23% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Girard are 32% lower than the national average
In Girard you have a 1 in 62 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Girard is safer than 39% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Girard has increased by 9%

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Daily Crime In Girard (per 100,000 people)

The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Girard, OH per 100,000 people. In Girard, the total number of daily crimes is 1.14 times less than the Ohio average and 1.31 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Girard is 1.20 times less than the Ohio average and 1.47 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Girard has a daily crime rate that is 1.13 times less than the Ohio average and 1.28 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Girard (higher is better)

Is Girard safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Ohio as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Girard to other cities in the state and across the country, Girard is 29% safer than other cities of Ohio and 39% safer than other cities in the nation. Girard has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Girard

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Girard is 1 in 411

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Girard is 1 in 73

The chance of being a victim of crime in Girard is 1 in 62

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Girard, Ohio you have a 1 in 411 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 73 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 62 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Girard.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Girard, Ohio (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 Girard has decreased by 28%, the amount of property crime in Girard has increased by 20%, and the total amount of crime in Girard has increased by 9% year over year.

Girard police department

Item	Girard	Ohio	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	16	17,044	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.6	2.7	3.3

There are a total of 16 Girard police officers. This results in 1.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 40.2% less than the Ohio average and 50.3% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Ohio

State	Total offenders	Ohio_/100K	National_/100K
Ohio	17,872	156	266

There are a total of 17,872 sex offenders in Ohio. This yields a total of 156 sex offenders in Ohio per 100,000 residents which is 41% 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}
Bessemer, PA	1,081	0	385	385
Canfield, OH	7,421	53	343	395
Cortland, OH	7,001	57	482	539
Poland, OH	2,480	86	455	542
Brookfield Center, OH	1,412	98	516	614
Craig Beach, OH	1,711	104	549	653
West Middlesex, PA	1,179	96	560	656
Girard, OH	9,525	244	1,378	1,622

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Steger, IL	9,523	316	1,763	2,078
North College Hill, OH	9,523	915	3,170	4,085
Bohemia, NY	9,528	212	961	1,173
Anthony, NM	9,529	80	240	321
Westphalia, MD	9,518	232	1,131	1,363
Girard, OH	9,525	244	1,378	1,622

Source: The Girard, OH 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.