Crime Safety Grade

B+

Duluth, GA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 99% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Duluth Safe?

With an overall crime index of 14, Duluth has a 86% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 581. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like St. Marlo Country Club earning an A+ grade while St. Marlo Country Club rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Duluth
14
Georgia Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
14
86% below average
Violent Crime
43
57% below average
Property Crime
42
58% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Duluth

1 in 581

Property crime: 1 in 595

Where Is It Safe in Duluth?

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Duluth Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 9% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 91% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 12 ▼ 88%
Assault Violent 9 ▼ 91%
Robbery Violent 109 ▲ 9%
Burglary Property 19 ▼ 81%
Larceny / Theft Property 47 ▼ 53%
Vehicle Theft Property 60 ▼ 40%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Duluth Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 St. Marlo Country Club A+ 7
2 St. Ives Country Club A+ 20
3 Thornhill A+ 16

Duluth Crime by Zip Code

30097
A+ Index: 21
30096
A- Index: 105

Duluth Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
29,538
Median Income
$74,377
Home Value
$252,054
Median Rent
$1,423
Home Ownership
56%

Racial Demographics

White
38.9%
Black
21.7%
Hispanic
16.5%
Asian
28.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Duluth?
Duluth has an overall crime index of 14, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Duluth are rated A or B for safety.
Is Duluth safe to live in?
Duluth 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 Duluth?
The safest neighborhoods in Duluth based on crime data include St. Marlo Country Club, St. Ives Country Club, and Thornhill. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Duluth crime compare to the national average?
Duluth's overall crime index is 14 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 86% lower than the typical US city.

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