Security and Safety
How safe is San Joaquin County?
32%
Decrease in property crimes in San Joaquin County from 2014 to 2023, demonstrating improved safety in the community.
9.2
Youth suicide rate per 100,000 in San Joaquin County for 2018–2020 (three-year pooled), compared with the California rate of 8.7 for the same period.
7.0%
Increase in domestic violence calls in San Joaquin County from 2014 to 2024, highlighting an ongoing area of concern for public safety efforts.
Security and Safety
Violent Crimes
San Joaquin County has experienced varying trends in violent crime over the past decade. The data reveals important patterns in different types of criminal activity, providing insights for law enforcement strategies and community safety initiatives. Analysis of these trends can help identify potential focus areas for crime prevention efforts and resource allocation.
5,447
Total reported violent crimes in San Joaquin County in 2024, showing a slight increase from previous years.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence-related calls for assistance in San Joaquin County have remained persistently high over the past decade, with noticeable fluctuations year over year. From 2014 through 2024, total incident reports typically ranged between 3,800 and 4,500 calls annually. However, 2021 marked a significant spike, reaching the highest level in the period at 5,873 calls. This sharp increase aligns with broader state and national trends during the pandemic, when isolation, financial strain, and service disruptions intensified domestic risk factors. Although call volumes declined somewhat in subsequent years, 2022 and 2023 levels remained elevated compared to pre-2020 figures, underscoring ongoing community safety concerns.
5,873
calls in 2021, as domestic violence incidents in San Joaquin County reached their highest level in a decade, reflecting heightened household stress during the pandemic.
Youth Suicide Rate
The youth suicide rate in San Joaquin County has shown concerning trends over time, consistently exceeding the California state average. Since 2005, the county has experienced a general upward trajectory in youth suicide rates, reaching particularly high levels in recent periods. This data underscores the critical need for targeted mental health interventions and support systems for young people in the community.
9.2 per 100,000
Suicide death rate among San Joaquin County residents ages 15–24, 2018–2020. The reported rate was 9.2 per 100,000, compared with 8.7 in California. These rounded rates describe the historical period shown.
Property Crime
Property crimes, including burglary, motor vehicle theft, larceny-theft, and arson, constitute a significant portion of criminal activity in San Joaquin County. The data shows a general downward trend in total property crimes from 2014 to 2022, followed by an uptick in 2023. Analysis by specific crime categories reveals varying patterns that can inform targeted prevention strategies and resource allocation for law enforcement agencies.
38.3%
Decrease in property crimes in San Joaquin County from 2014 to 2022, although 2023 showed a 10.3% increase from the previous year.