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43%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
11%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
53%
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 peopleMonroe/100k peopleGeorgia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime518n/a (estimate)3,3272,0582,324
Murder1n/a6.48.26.3
Rape12n/a77.136.440.0
Robbery2n/a12.843.666.1
Assault36n/a231.2278.8268.2
Violent crime51n/a (estimate)328367370
Burglary42n/a269.8217.8269.8
Theft407n/a2,614.21,266.51,401.9
Vehicle theft18n/a115.6206.5282.7
Property crime467n/a (estimate)3,0001,6911,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Monroe, GA

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Monroe crime rate is 43.2% higher than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Monroe, there were 51 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 328 per 100,000 individuals, 11.4% lower than the national average. Additionally, Monroe recorded 467 property crimes, amounting to 3000 per 100,000 residents, 53.5% higher than the U.S. average.

Monroe exhibits a violent crime rate that closely echoes the national average reported by all cities, with 328 incidents per 100,000 people, in line with the nationwide figure of 370. This uniformity underscores Monroe as a community where safety standards align seamlessly with the broader national context, delivering residents a steadfast and dependable sense of security.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Monroe?

What do the local residents think about crime in Monroe? Well, based on a recent survey of 15 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 47% of Monroe 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 Monroe a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Monroe, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Monroe presents a total crime rate that is 43% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Monroe experiences an average of 1.42 daily crimes, comprising 0.14 violent incidents and 1.28 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Monroe Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Monroe. 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 Monroe has decreased by 6%. Specifically, violent crime has decreased by 40.7%, while property crime has decreased by 0.4%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Monroe.

Potential Causes for Crime in Monroe

Monroe has a poverty rate of 32.2, while the national average is 15.1. In the past, there has been a direct correlation between high or low poverty rates and high or low crime stats. Elevated poverty levels and income disparities can contribute to heightened criminal activity, as individuals may resort to unlawful means to address their fundamental necessities. While lower poverty levels have led to a reduction in typical crime levels compared to other areas.

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 Monroe, the cost of living is 10.44% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Monroe, the average rental rates are $937 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Monroe crime map



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

      • Monroe crime rates are 43% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Monroe are 11% lower than the national average
      • In Monroe you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Monroe is safer than 24% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Monroe has decreased by 15%

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        Daily Crime In Monroe (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Monroe, Georgia is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Monroe are 1.62 times more than the Georgia average and 1.43 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Monroe are 1.12 times less than than Georgia and 1.13 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Monroe are 1.77 times more than than Georgia and 1.53 times more than the national average.

        How Safe is Monroe (higher is better)

        When comparing the safety of Monroe to every other city in Georgia, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Monroe safe? The gauges above illustrate that Monroe is safer than 31% of every city located within Georgia along with 24% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Georgia and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Monroe, GA is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Monroe

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Monroe is 1 in 306
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Monroe is 1 in 34
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Monroe is 1 in 31
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Monroe, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 306. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 34 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 Monroe is 1 in 31.

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

        An ideal indicator of whether Monroe is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Monroe has decreased by 46% and the rate of property crime in Monroe has decreased by 9%. The total crime rate in Monroe has decreased by 15% year to year.

        Monroe police department

        Item Monroe Georgia National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)4211,364558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residentsn/a4.03.3

        Sex offenders in Georgia

        State Total offenders Georgia /100K National /100K
        Georgia23,117275266
        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
        Grayson, GA4,30382379461
        Oxford, GA2,0930527527
        Bogart, GA1,542136625760
        Walnut Grove, GA1,739152701853
        Russell, GA1,4661888651,053
        Statham, GA2,6921898691,057
        North High Shoals, GA6702029311,132
        Monroe, GA13,5683283,0003,327

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Elizabethton, TN13,5683031,9402,243
        Ardmore, PA13,567107565671
        Levelland, TX13,5661,0652,2103,275
        Vadnais Heights, MN13,5652321,6251,858
        Roselle Park, NJ13,574439621,005
        Monroe, GA13,5683283,0003,327
        Source: The Monroe, 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.