Salinas, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Salinas Police Department serves the city of Salinas, CA in Monterey County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 7,893 violent crimes and 12,219 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 110.1 per 100k residents, which is 3.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 148.8 per 100k, 9.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 10 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 CAnnual Rate110.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents7,893 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents298 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate15.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents953 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate28.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,998 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate148.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents12,219 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate18.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,140 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate97.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,785 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate31.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,168 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 110.1 | C | 7893 | 106.2 | +3.6% |
| Property Crime | 148.8 | C | 12219 | 163.6 | -9.0% |
| Homicide | 1.9 | F | 40 | 0.5 | +252.8% |
| Rape | 3.8 | C | 298 | 3.5 | +6.0% |
| Robbery | 15.0 | F | 953 | 5.8 | +158.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 28.1 | D | 1998 | 22.3 | +26.4% |
| Burglary | 18.1 | B | 2140 | 24.0 | -24.5% |
| Larceny | 97.6 | B | 6785 | 116.4 | -16.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 31.9 | D | 3168 | 22.2 | +43.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marina | 8 miles | C 110.6 | D 208.0 | Violent: 0.5% higher Property: 39.7% higher |
| Del Rey Oaks | 11 miles | A 65.1 | A 65.1 | Violent: 40.9% lower Property: 56.3% lower |
| Sand City | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 9365.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 6191.9% higher |
| Seaside | 12 miles | D 141.6 | A 83.7 | Violent: 28.7% higher Property: 43.8% lower |
| Monterey | 14 miles | D 129.8 | A 105.9 | Violent: 18.0% higher Property: 28.8% lower |