Crime Safety Grade

B-

Cartersville, GA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 88% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Cartersville Safe?

With an overall crime index of 62, Cartersville has a 38% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 352. 100% of Cartersville neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Cartersville
62
Georgia Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
62
38% below average
Violent Crime
71
29% below average
Property Crime
71
29% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Cartersville

1 in 352

Property crime: 1 in 352

Where Is It Safe in Cartersville?

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Cartersville Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 32% above avg
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · 69% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 67 ▼ 33%
Assault Violent 56 ▼ 44%
Robbery Violent 89 ▼ 11%
Burglary Property 132 ▲ 32%
Larceny / Theft Property 49 ▼ 51%
Vehicle Theft Property 31 ▼ 69%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Cartersville Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Carter Grove Plantation A+ 62

Cartersville Crime by Zip Code

30120
A Index: 101
30121
A- Index: 108

Cartersville Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
21,331
Median Income
$55,208
Home Value
$218,729
Median Rent
$906
Home Ownership
53%

Racial Demographics

White
74%
Black
17.2%
Hispanic
11.3%
Asian
1.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Cartersville?
Cartersville has an overall crime index of 62, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Cartersville are rated A or B for safety.
Is Cartersville safe to live in?
Cartersville has a crime safety grade of B-. Average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Cartersville?
The safest neighborhoods in Cartersville based on crime data include Carter Grove Plantation. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Cartersville crime compare to the national average?
Cartersville's overall crime index is 62 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 38% lower than the typical US city.

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