Marietta, GA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Marietta Police Department serves the city of Marietta, GA in Cobb County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,402 violent crimes and 8,279 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 89.9 per 100k residents, which is 15.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 145.1 per 100k, 11.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 30 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 Rate89.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,402 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade BAnnual Rate3.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents122 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents305 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents910 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate145.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,279 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents883 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate104.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,430 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate26.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents944 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 89.9 | B | 4402 | 106.2 | -15.4% |
| Property Crime | 145.1 | B | 8279 | 163.6 | -11.3% |
| Rape | 3.1 | B | 122 | 3.5 | -10.9% |
| Robbery | 4.7 | B | 305 | 5.8 | -18.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.8 | B | 910 | 22.3 | -29.1% |
| Burglary | 14.2 | A | 883 | 24.0 | -40.9% |
| Larceny | 104.1 | B | 6430 | 116.4 | -10.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.8 | D | 944 | 22.2 | +20.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 30 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 9 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 7 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austell | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 12.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 91.2% lower |
| Kennesaw | 2 miles | B 77.3 | A 65.4 | Violent: 14.0% lower Property: 54.9% lower |
| Powder Springs | 2 miles | D 128.5 | B 122.1 | Violent: 42.9% higher Property: 15.9% lower |
| Smyrna | 5 miles | C 122.5 | B 124.3 | Violent: 36.3% higher Property: 14.3% lower |
| Acworth | 10 miles | A 45.0 | B 135.0 | Violent: 49.9% lower Property: 6.9% lower |