Bethesda, Maryland has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the average violent crime rate in Bethesda is 14.1, while the US average is 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in Bethesda is 21.7, lower than the national average of 35.4. This means that Bethesda is generally considered a safe area in terms of crime. However, it is important to note that any amount of crime is still a cause for concern and residents of Bethesda should always exercise caution and take necessary precautions. Despite its lower crime rate, it is still important for law enforcement and community members to work together to prevent and address any criminal activity in the area.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Bethesda violent crime is 14.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Bethesda property crime is 21.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Bethesda, Maryland does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Bowie, Maryland. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Bowie, Maryland. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.