Gaithersburg, MD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Gaithersburg Police Department serves the city of Gaithersburg, MD in Montgomery County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 990 violent crimes and 1,729 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 59.7 per 100k residents, which is 43.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 148.5 per 100k, 9.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 AAnnual Rate59.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents990 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate5.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents83 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents181 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate148.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,729 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents221 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate106.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,372 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate17.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents133 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 59.7 | A | 990 | 106.2 | -43.8% |
| Property Crime | 148.5 | C | 1729 | 163.6 | -9.2% |
| Rape | 5.8 | F | 42 | 3.5 | +64.6% |
| Robbery | 10.2 | F | 83 | 5.8 | +75.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.7 | A | 181 | 22.3 | -47.7% |
| Burglary | 24.8 | C | 221 | 24.0 | +3.0% |
| Larceny | 106.3 | C | 1372 | 116.4 | -8.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 17.5 | B | 133 | 22.2 | -21.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockville | 1 miles | A 67.5 | B 118.4 | Violent: 13.0% higher Property: 20.3% lower |
| Chevy Chase Village | 13 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 99.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 32.9% lower |
| Takoma Park | 15 miles | B 75.2 | F 445.3 | Violent: 25.9% higher Property: 199.9% higher |
| University Park | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 127.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 14.4% lower |
| Hyattsville | 19 miles | F 176.1 | F 347.2 | Violent: 194.9% higher Property: 133.8% higher |