Carson, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Carson Police Department serves the city of Carson, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,914 violent crimes and 9,143 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 63.8 per 100k residents, which is 40.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 257.2 per 100k, 57.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate63.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,914 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents444 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,112 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate257.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents9,143 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate35.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,311 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate147.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,197 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate71.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,558 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 63.8 | A | 2914 | 106.2 | -40.0% |
| Property Crime | 257.2 | D | 9143 | 163.6 | +57.2% |
| Rape | 1.1 | A | 92 | 3.5 | -68.9% |
| Robbery | 9.9 | F | 444 | 5.8 | +70.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.8 | B | 1112 | 22.3 | -11.1% |
| Burglary | 35.2 | D | 1311 | 24.0 | +46.4% |
| Larceny | 147.3 | D | 5197 | 116.4 | +26.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 71.5 | F | 2558 | 22.2 | +222.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia | 0 miles | A 51.6 | C 193.6 | Violent: 19.0% lower Property: 24.7% lower |
| Avalon | 0 miles | A 30.8 | C 184.7 | Violent: 51.7% lower Property: 28.2% lower |
| Bellflower | 0 miles | C 99.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 56.5% higher Property: 30.2% lower |
| La Habra Heights | 0 miles | A 37.4 | A 56.1 | Violent: 41.3% lower Property: 78.2% lower |
| Westlake Village | 0 miles | A 26.5 | A 106.0 | Violent: 58.4% lower Property: 58.8% lower |