Columbus, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Columbus Police Department serves the city of Columbus, GA in Muscogee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 8,988 violent crimes and 16,906 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 137.9 per 100k residents, which is 29.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 240.5 per 100k, 47.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 DAnnual Rate137.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents8,988 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents88 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents188 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents655 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate50.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,065 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate240.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents16,906 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate32.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents2,362 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate173.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents12,524 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate34.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,999 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 137.9 | D | 8988 | 106.2 | +29.9% |
| Property Crime | 240.5 | D | 16906 | 163.6 | +47.0% |
| Homicide | 1.0 | F | 88 | 0.5 | +87.7% |
| Rape | 2.0 | A | 188 | 3.5 | -43.7% |
| Robbery | 5.5 | C | 655 | 5.8 | -5.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 50.8 | F | 3065 | 22.3 | +128.2% |
| Burglary | 32.4 | D | 2362 | 24.0 | +34.7% |
| Larceny | 173.3 | D | 12524 | 116.4 | +48.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 34.9 | D | 1999 | 22.2 | +57.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Mountain | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | D 231.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 3.6% lower |
| Waverly Hall | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Shiloh | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hamilton | 19 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Buena Vista | 28 miles | A 48.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 64.7% lower Property: N/A |