Bowie, MD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Bowie Police Department serves the city of Bowie, MD in Prince George'S County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,242 violent crimes and 3,616 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 67.0 per 100k residents, which is 36.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 153.5 per 100k, 6.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 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 AAnnual Rate67.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,242 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents103 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents218 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate153.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,616 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents241 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate98.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,920 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate45.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents454 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 67.0 | A | 1242 | 106.2 | -36.9% |
| Property Crime | 153.5 | C | 3616 | 163.6 | -6.2% |
| Robbery | 10.6 | F | 103 | 5.8 | +82.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.6 | A | 218 | 22.3 | -52.4% |
| Burglary | 8.8 | A | 241 | 24.0 | -63.3% |
| Larceny | 98.8 | B | 2920 | 116.4 | -15.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 45.9 | F | 454 | 22.2 | +106.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenarden | 7 miles | A 64.4 | B 112.8 | Violent: 3.9% lower Property: 26.5% lower |
| Cheverly | 9 miles | A 16.8 | C 151.2 | Violent: 74.9% lower Property: 1.5% lower |
| Annapolis | 10 miles | F 209.7 | C 150.5 | Violent: 212.7% higher Property: 2.0% lower |
| Riverdale Park | 10 miles | D 169.2 | D 253.8 | Violent: 152.3% higher Property: 65.3% higher |
| Edmonston | 10 miles | A 64.2 | D 256.7 | Violent: 4.3% lower Property: 67.3% higher |