Ridgecrest, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ridgecrest Police Department serves the city of Ridgecrest, CA in Kern County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,993 violent crimes and 1,450 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 171.8 per 100k residents, which is 61.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 80.6 per 100k, 50.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 FAnnual Rate171.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,993 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents84 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate56.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents484 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate80.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,450 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate10.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents400 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate56.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents820 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate14.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents203 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 171.8 | F | 1993 | 106.2 | +61.7% |
| Property Crime | 80.6 | A | 1450 | 163.6 | -50.7% |
| Rape | 3.5 | C | 84 | 3.5 | -0.7% |
| Robbery | 3.5 | A | 63 | 5.8 | -39.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 56.1 | F | 484 | 22.3 | +152.0% |
| Burglary | 10.5 | A | 400 | 24.0 | -56.2% |
| Larceny | 56.1 | A | 820 | 116.4 | -51.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 14.0 | A | 203 | 22.2 | -36.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California City | 38 miles | D 164.8 | C 151.7 | Violent: 4.0% lower Property: 88.1% higher |
| Tehachapi | 55 miles | B 90.9 | D 206.5 | Violent: 47.1% lower Property: 156.2% higher |
| Bear Valley | 61 miles | F 1666.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 870.4% higher Property: N/A |
| Barstow | 62 miles | D 143.2 | C 190.9 | Violent: 16.6% lower Property: 136.9% higher |
| Arvin | 63 miles | C 99.3 | D 230.3 | Violent: 42.2% lower Property: 185.6% higher |