Gay, GA is a small town located in the southern region of the United States with a population of approximately 89 people. Despite its small size, Gay has a relatively high rate of crime. According to the background information provided, the violent crime rate in Gay is 12.9, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate is 26.6, which is higher than the national average of 35.4. This means that residents of Gay are more likely to experience property crimes such as theft, burglary, and vandalism compared to the national average. The relatively low violent crime rate may be attributed to the close-knit community and strong community bonds in Gay. However, the town still faces challenges with property crime, and it is important for law enforcement and community members to work together to address and prevent these crimes.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Gay violent crime is 12.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Gay property crime is 26.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Gay, Georgia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Molena, Georgia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Molena, Georgia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.