Dalton, GA has been experiencing a concerning level of crime in recent years. As stated by
, the city's violent crime rate is slightly lower than the national average at 21.1, but the property crime rate is significantly higher at 49.2 compared to the US average of 35.4. This means that residents of Dalton are at a higher risk of falling victim to property crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. This has caused a sense of unease among the community and has put a strain on the local law enforcement to curb these crimes. However, efforts are being made to increase police presence and implement preventative measures to reduce crime in Dalton, GA. Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Dalton violent crime is 21.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Dalton property crime is 49.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.