Moderately Safe · Population: 242,034
Gaithersburg, Maryland is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 58/100. The violent crime rate of 554.7 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 242,034, Gaithersburg reported 1,343 violent crimes and 6,663 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 8.7 per 100K |
| Rape | 28.9 per 100K |
| Robbery | 119.2 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 397.9 per 100K |
| Burglary | 743.9 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,478.6 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 530.6 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,342 |
| Property Crimes | 6,663 |
| Total Crimes | 8,005 |
With a safety score of 58/100, Gaithersburg is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 83% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.