Palmerton, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Palmerton Police Department serves the city of Palmerton, PA in Carbon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 43 violent crimes and 208 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 35.4 per 100k residents, which is 66.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 17.7 per 100k, 89.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 Rate35.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate17.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents208 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate17.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents177 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 35.4 | A | 43 | 106.2 | -66.7% |
| Property Crime | 17.7 | A | 208 | 163.6 | -89.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 35.4 | D | 9 | 22.3 | +58.8% |
| Larceny | 17.7 | A | 177 | 116.4 | -84.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walnutport | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Slatington | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 47.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 166.2% higher |
| Weissport | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Jim Thorpe | 8 miles | A 43.8 | A 43.8 | Violent: 23.9% higher Property: 147.7% higher |
| Lansford | 9 miles | C 119.9 | A 48.0 | Violent: 239.3% higher Property: 171.3% higher |