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16%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
7%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
17%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleColton/100k peopleCalifornia/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime1,466n/a (estimate)2,6852,8432,324
Murder7n/a12.85.76.3
Rape10n/a18.337.440.0
Robbery64n/a117.2123.566.1
Assault135n/a247.3332.8268.2
Violent crime216n/a (estimate)396500370
Burglary200n/a366.3371.9269.8
Theft773n/a1,415.81,499.31,401.9
Vehicle theft277n/a507.4471.9282.7
Property crime1,250n/a (estimate)2,2902,3431,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Colton, CA

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Colton crime rate is higher than the national average by 15.5%. Specifically, there were 216 violent crimes in Colton, equivalent to 396 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 7%. Furthermore, Colton recorded 1250 property crimes, amounting to 2290 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 17.2%.

When it comes to violent crimes per 100,000 people, Colton maintains a rate that is very similar to the national average. With 396 reported violent crimes, it falls in line with the national average of 370. This alignment suggests that Colton shares a similar crime profile with other cities, highlighting its comparable level of safety within the broader urban landscape.

Despite a steady decline in murder rates in the United States since 1990, recent years have witnessed an unfortunate uptick. Colton stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates, surpassing other cities that reported crime. In Colton, there were a total of 7 murders, translating to 13 murders per 100,000 people, underscoring the pressing need for continued efforts to address and reduce severe violent crime in the area.

The surge in vehicle thefts is a concerning trend across the United States, and Colton is no exception, experiencing one of the nation's highest vehicle theft rates. Last year, Colton reported a total of 277 vehicle thefts, resulting in 507 stolen vehicles per 100,000 people. This places the city in the lowest 10% tier among all cities, indicating that 90% of cities have less stolen vehicles. The probability of a vehicle being stolen stands at 1 in 198, underscoring the need for heightened vigilance and security measures.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Colton?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Colton. Based on the results of the surveys (26 responses), 31% of people felt that there was very little crime in Colton and felt safe walking alone at night. While 69% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Colton a Safe Place to Live?

Is Colton a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Colton has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 16%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 4.02 daily incidents, encompassing 0.59 violent crimes and 3.42 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Colton as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Colton Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Colton has decreased by 9.5% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Colton is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 13.1%, while property crime has decreased by 12.5%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Colton.

Potential Causes for Crime in Colton

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Colton crime rate. The poverty level in Colton is 15.1%, while the national average is 15.1%.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Colton, 70% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Colton are $1,213, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

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The Colton crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Colton as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Colton crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Colton crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Colton crime rates are 16% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Colton are 7% higher than the national average
      • In Colton you have a 1 in 38 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Colton is safer than 23% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Colton has decreased by 9%

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        Daily Crime In Colton (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Colton, CA per 100,000 people. In Colton, the total number of daily crimes is 1.06 times less than the California average and 1.16 times more than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Colton is 1.26 times less than the California average and 1.07 times more than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Colton has a daily crime rate that is 1.02 times less than the California average and 1.17 times more than the national average.

        How Safe is Colton (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in California and all other cities across the US, is Colton safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Colton is safer than 37% of other cities in the state of California. In addition, Colton is safer than 23% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all California and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Colton. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Colton is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Colton

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Colton is 1 in 253
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Colton is 1 in 44
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Colton is 1 in 38
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Colton? If you reside in Colton, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 253. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 44 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Colton, is 1 in 38.

        Year Over Year Crime In Colton (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether Colton is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Colton has increased by 14%, while the property crime rate in Colton has decreased by 12% year over year. The number of total crimes in Colton has decreased by 9% year over year.

        Colton police department

        Item Colton California National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)6751,506558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.33.63.3
        There are a total of 67 Colton police officers. This results in 1.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 65.3% less than the California average and 61.4% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in California

        State Total offenders California /100K National /100K
        California79,891232266
        There are a total of 79,891 sex offenders in California. This yields a total of 232 sex offenders in California per 100,000 residents which is 13% less than the national average.

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        March ARB, CA1,236166779946
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        Colton, CA54,2153962,2902,685

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        Source: The Colton, CA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.