Augusta, Georgia has unfortunately experienced a high level of crime in recent years. According to background information, the city's violent crime rate stands at 27.5, which is higher than the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. In addition, the property crime rate in Augusta is also above the national average at 59.5, compared to the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes like burglary, theft, and vandalism. These statistics are concerning and show that the city is currently facing significant challenges in keeping its residents safe. It is important for law enforcement and community leaders to work together to address these issues and make Augusta a safer place for all its citizens.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Augusta violent crime is 27.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Augusta property crime is 59.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Augusta, Georgia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Greenville, South Carolina. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Greenville, Georgia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.