Located in the state of Maryland, Anne Arundel County has a slightly lower violent crime rate than the national average of 22.7, with a rate of 22.5. However, it still falls within the category of \"high\" violent crime, according to data from
, making it a concern for residents and law enforcement alike. Property crime, which includes offenses such as theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft, also slightly lower in Anne Arundel County with a rate of 34.2 compared to the national average of 35.4. This county has seen a steady decrease in both violent and property crime rates over the past decade thanks to efforts by local authorities and community organizations to address crime prevention and intervention. Despite these efforts, crime remains a pressing issue in Anne Arundel County, reminding us of the importance of continued efforts to ensure safety and security for all residents.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Anne Arundel County violent crime is 22.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Anne Arundel County property crime is 34.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Anne Arundel, Maryland does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Virginia Beach, Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Virginia Beach, Maryland. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.