Calhoun County, MI Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Calhoun County in MI is served by 7 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 15,347 violent crimes and 17,019 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 187.6 per 100k residents, which is 76.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 244.3 per 100k, 49.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 Rate187.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents15,347 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents625 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents297 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate37.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents3,883 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate244.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents17,019 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate34.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,278 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate168.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents12,167 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate42.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,436 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 187.6 | F | 15347 | 106.2 | +76.6% |
| Property Crime | 244.3 | D | 17019 | 163.6 | +49.3% |
| Homicide | 1.1 | F | 56 | 0.5 | +104.6% |
| Rape | 5.4 | D | 625 | 3.5 | +54.0% |
| Robbery | 1.6 | A | 297 | 5.8 | -71.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 37.9 | F | 3883 | 22.3 | +70.4% |
| Burglary | 34.0 | D | 3278 | 24.0 | +41.7% |
| Larceny | 168.2 | D | 12167 | 116.4 | +44.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 42.0 | F | 1436 | 22.2 | +89.6% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
State Police: Calhoun County
Calhoun County Sheriff's Office
Albion Police Department
Albion, MI
Battle Creek Police Department
Battle Creek, MI
Emmett Township Police Department
Emmett Township, MI
Marshall Police Department
Marshall, MI