Crime Safety Grade

C+

Monroe, GA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 98% of U.S. cities

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

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Is Monroe Safe?

With an overall crime index of 30, Monroe has a 70% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 610. 100% of Monroe neighborhoods are rated A or B for safety, while 0% have high crime rates.

Crime Index Comparison

Monroe
30
Georgia Avg
109
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
30
70% below average
Violent Crime
41
59% below average
Property Crime
36
64% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Monroe

1 in 610

Property crime: 1 in 694

Where Is It Safe in Monroe?

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Monroe Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 22% below avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 89% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 34 ▼ 66%
Assault Violent 11 ▼ 89%
Robbery Violent 78 ▼ 22%
Burglary Property 22 ▼ 78%
Larceny / Theft Property 50 ▼ 50%
Vehicle Theft Property 37 ▼ 63%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Monroe Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Woodlake A+ 30

Monroe Crime by Zip Code

30656
A Index: 90
30655
A- Index: 108

Monroe Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
13,568
Median Income
$37,583
Home Value
$148,282
Median Rent
$937
Home Ownership
37%

Racial Demographics

White
68.9%
Black
25.7%
Hispanic
3.7%
Asian
1.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Monroe?
Monroe has an overall crime index of 30, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Monroe are rated A or B for safety.
Is Monroe safe to live in?
Monroe has a crime safety grade of C+. Higher than average crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Monroe?
The safest neighborhoods in Monroe based on crime data include Woodlake. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Monroe crime compare to the national average?
Monroe's overall crime index is 30 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 70% lower than the typical US city.

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