Gulf County, FL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Gulf County in FL is served by 6 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 317 violent crimes and 386 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 1195.7 per 100k residents, which is 1025.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 1081.9 per 100k, 561.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. 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 Rate1195.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents317 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate40.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate418.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents97 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate1081.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents386 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate351.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents119 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate636.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents239 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate73.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 1195.7 | F | 317 | 106.2 | +1025.8% |
| Property Crime | 1081.9 | F | 386 | 163.6 | +561.3% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 1 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 40.8 | F | 11 | 3.5 | +1052.8% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 1 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 418.5 | F | 97 | 22.3 | +1780.4% |
| Burglary | 351.2 | F | 119 | 24.0 | +1361.4% |
| Larceny | 636.6 | F | 239 | 116.4 | +447.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 73.8 | F | 24 | 22.2 | +232.7% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Gulf County Sheriff's Office
Port St. Joe Police Department
Port St. Joe, FL