Paramount, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Paramount Police Department serves the city of Paramount, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,139 violent crimes and 5,413 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 80.8 per 100k residents, which is 23.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 216.9 per 100k, 32.6% 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 7 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 BAnnual Rate80.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,139 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate27.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents487 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate25.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents724 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate216.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,413 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate23.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents768 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate118.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,818 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate74.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,789 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 80.8 | B | 2139 | 106.2 | -23.9% |
| Property Crime | 216.9 | D | 5413 | 163.6 | +32.6% |
| Rape | 5.9 | F | 67 | 3.5 | +67.4% |
| Robbery | 27.6 | F | 487 | 5.8 | +374.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 25.6 | C | 724 | 22.3 | +15.2% |
| Burglary | 23.7 | C | 768 | 24.0 | -1.5% |
| Larceny | 118.3 | C | 2818 | 116.4 | +1.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 74.9 | F | 1789 | 22.2 | +237.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 5 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesia | 0 miles | A 51.6 | C 193.6 | Violent: 36.1% lower Property: 10.8% lower |
| Avalon | 0 miles | A 30.8 | C 184.7 | Violent: 61.9% lower Property: 14.8% lower |
| Bellflower | 0 miles | C 99.8 | C 179.6 | Violent: 23.5% higher Property: 17.2% lower |
| La Habra Heights | 0 miles | A 37.4 | A 56.1 | Violent: 53.7% lower Property: 74.1% lower |
| Westlake Village | 0 miles | A 26.5 | A 106.0 | Violent: 67.2% lower Property: 51.1% lower |