Monterey County, located on the central coast of California, has seen its fair share of crime in recent years. The 2019 statistics show that the county has a higher rate of both violent and property crime compared to the national average. With a violent crime rate of 24.9 per 1,000 residents, Monterey County ranks higher than the U.S. average of 22.7. Property crime, including theft and burglary, is also a growing concern in the county, with a rate of 41.3 compared to the national average of 35.4. These numbers serve as a stark reminder of the need for increased safety measures and vigilance in the community. Despite these challenges, Monterey County remains a beautiful and thriving community, with law enforcement and community organizations working together to combat crime and create a safer environment for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Monterey County violent crime is 24.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Monterey County property crime is 41.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Monterey, California does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Salinas, California. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Salinas, California. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.