Official crime data and safety statistics for Marietta, Georgia
Last Updated: December 2024 | Sources: FBI UCR 2023, Marietta Police Department, AreaVibes, NeighborhoodScout
Based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data for 2023, Marietta recorded a total of 1,807 crimes. While the city's crime rates remain above the national average, significant progress has been made with a 38% decrease from 2022 levels and consistent 5-year declining trends.
| Crime Category | 2023 Incidents | Rate per 100K | vs. National Avg | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Violent Crimes | 273 | 440 | +19% | Above Average |
| Total Property Crimes | 1,534 | 2,472 | +26.5% | Above Average |
| Total All Crimes | 1,807 | 2,912 | +25% | Above Average |
| Violent Crime Victim Risk | 1 in 237 | -- | Moderate risk | Above Average Risk |
| Property Crime Victim Risk | 1 in 37 | -- | Higher than average | Elevated Risk |
| Overall Victim Risk | 1 in 32 | -- | Higher than average | Elevated Risk |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Risk | 1 in 293 | -- | One of highest in nation | Significant Concern |
Larceny-theft dominates Marietta's crime profile, accounting for the majority of reported incidents. Property crimes comprise 85% of all offenses, while violent crimes represent 15% of the total.
| Crime Type | 2023 Incidents | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Murder/Homicide | 2 | Decrease of 1 from 2022 |
| Rape | Reported | Violent crime component |
| Robbery | Reported | Violent crime component |
| Aggravated Assault | Reported | Most common violent crime |
| Burglary | Reported | Property crime component |
| Larceny-Theft | Majority | Most common crime in Marietta and Cobb County |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Reported | One of highest rates nationally |
| Arson | Reported | Least common property crime |
Crime creates substantial economic costs for Marietta households through security investments, insurance premiums, and property impacts. With rates above the national average, residents face higher-than-typical crime-related expenses.
| Cost Category | Amount | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Household Cost | $962 | Total estimated cost of crime per household |
| Per Resident Cost | $459 | Annual per capita cost of crime |
| Comparison to National Average | 19% above average | Households pay $153 more than national average of $809 |
| Total Annual Impact | $28,830,918 | Combined cost to all Marietta residents in 2025 |
| Primary Cost Drivers | Property crimes | Theft and motor vehicle theft account for majority of costs |
Marietta has demonstrated substantial improvement in public safety, with crime falling 38% from 2022 to 2023. Both violent and property crime have shown consistent declining trends over the past 5 years.
| Metric | Change | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2023 Overall Change | -38% | Dramatic year-over-year decrease in total crime |
| Violent Crime 2022-2023 | -4.2% | Year-over-year decrease in violent crime |
| Property Crime 2022-2023 | -1.8% | Year-over-year decrease in property crime |
| 5-Year Violent Crime Trend | Declining | Consistent reduction in violent crime over 5 years |
| 5-Year Property Crime Trend | Declining | Steady decrease in property crime over 5 years |
| Homicides | 2 in 2023 | Decrease of 1 from 3 in 2022 |
Marietta's crime rates are higher than both the Georgia state average and national benchmarks, though recent improvements show positive momentum. The city ranks safer than 28% of Georgia cities.
| Location | Overall Crime Rate | Violent Crime Rate | Property Crime Rate | Safety Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marietta | 2,912 per 100K | 440 per 100K | 2,472 per 100K | 28th Percentile (GA) |
| Cobb County | 1,694 per 100K | 154 per 100K | 1,540 per 100K | Better than Marietta |
| Georgia Average | 2,115 per 100K | 343 per 100K | 1,771 per 100K | -- |
| National Average | 2,324 per 100K | 370 per 100K | 1,954 per 100K | 50th Percentile |
According to a comprehensive AreaVibes survey of 49 Marietta residents, opinions on public safety are mixed, with the majority feeling secure but a significant minority expressing concerns.
| Perspective | Percentage | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Feel Safe | 61% | Residents expressing notable sense of security, asserting crime is virtually non-existent |
| Feel Unsafe | 39% | Residents perceiving higher incidence of crime, apprehensive about walking alone at night |
| Law Enforcement | 156 employees | 117 sworn officers (100 male, 17 female) plus 39 civilian staff in 2023 |
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