Quitman, GA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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26%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

27%

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}	Quitman_{/100k people}	Georgia_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	70	n/a (estimate)	1,709	2,058	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	24.4	8.2	6.3
Rape	1	n/a	24.4	36.4	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	48.8	43.6	66.1
Assault	7	n/a	170.9	278.8	268.2
Violent crime	11	n/a (estimate)	268	367	370
Burglary	5	n/a	122.0	217.8	269.8
Theft	48	n/a	1,171.6	1,266.5	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	6	n/a	146.4	206.5	282.7
Property crime	59	n/a (estimate)	1,440	1,691	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Quitman, GA

The Quitman crime rates are 26.5% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 11 violent crimes in Quitman (268 per 100,000 people), which is 27.4% lower than the national average and there were a total of 59 property crimes (1440 per 100,000 residents) which is 26.3% lower than average.

Despite a steady decline in murder rates in the United States since 1990, recent years have witnessed an unfortunate uptick. Quitman stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates, surpassing other cities that reported crime. In Quitman, there were a total of 1 murders, translating to 24 murders per 100,000 people, underscoring the pressing need for continued efforts to address and reduce severe violent crime in the area.

Is Quitman a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Quitman, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Quitman presents a total crime rate that is 26% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Quitman experiences an average of 0.19 daily crimes, comprising 0.03 violent incidents and 0.16 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Potential Causes for Crime in Quitman

In Quitman, the current unemployment rate stands at 9.1%, diverging from the national average of 4.7%. The availability of job opportunities is a pivotal factor influencing unemployment and underemployment rates. Communities where individuals contend with limited employment prospects or a preponderance of low-wage positions may witness elevated rates of joblessness and income inadequacy, which can contribute to heightened crime levels driven by financial insecurity. Conversely, areas characterized by robust employment rates often experience a reduction in overall Quitman crime rates.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Quitman, 70.3% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Quitman are $565, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

Quitman crime map

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

Quitman crime rates are 26% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Quitman are 27% lower than the national average
In Quitman you have a 1 in 59 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Quitman is safer than 43% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Quitman has increased by 2%

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Daily Crime In Quitman (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Quitman on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Georgia and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Quitman (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Georgia, are 1.20 times less than the state average and 1.36 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Quitman on a daily basis are 1.37 times less than than Georgia average and 1.38 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Quitman are 1.17 times less than the daily state average and 1.36 times less than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Quitman (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Quitman, Georgia compared to other areas of Georgia, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Quitman safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Quitman is safer than 51% of Georgia cities, and 43% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Georgia, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Quitman. At this time, Quitman sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Quitman

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Quitman is 1 in 373

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Quitman is 1 in 70

The chance of being a victim of crime in Quitman is 1 in 59

Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Quitman? If you reside in Quitman, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 373. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 70 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 Quitman, is 1 in 59.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Quitman, 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 Quitman has decreased by 4%, the amount of property crime in Quitman has increased by 3%, and the total amount of crime in Quitman has increased by 2% year over year.

Quitman police department

Item	Quitman	Georgia	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	18	11,364	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	4.7	4.0	3.3

There are a total of 18 Quitman police officers. This results in 4.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 19.5% greater than the Georgia average and 45.5% greater 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}
Hahira, GA	2,989	145	320	465
Boston, GA	1,122	165	825	990
Remerton, GA	1,182	547	2,189	2,737
Barwick, GA	285	517	2,381	2,898
Pavo, GA	627	522	2,406	2,928
Morven, GA	882	565	2,603	3,168
Quitman, GA	3,720	268	1,440	1,709

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
West Menlo Park, CA	3,720	95	446	542
Marlboro, NY	3,720	225	901	1,126
Johnson, AR	3,719	303	2,012	2,315
Oneida, TN	3,719	606	2,926	3,533
Boyne City, MI	3,721	209	731	940
Quitman, GA	3,720	268	1,440	1,709

Source: The Quitman, 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.