Moving from Dalton, GA to Johns Creek, GA?
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Is Dalton or Johns Creek Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Johns Creek is safer than Dalton (Safety Score 90/100 vs 37/100), with a total crime rate of 572 per 100,000 versus 2,146 for Dalton — 73% lower. Dalton has higher rates in 0 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Johns Creek has a 85% lower rate.
Note: Johns Creek is 2.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Dalton, GA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Dalton | Johns Creek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,145.5 | 572.4 | +1,573.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 243.2 | 35.8 | +207.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 52.1 | 2.5 | +49.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 31.9 | 8.6 | +23.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 159.3 | 24.7 | +134.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,902.3 | 536.7 | +1,365.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 176.6 | 48.1 | +128.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,624.3 | 457.7 | +1,166.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 101.3 | 30.8 | +70.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Dalton, GA to Johns Creek, GA?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dalton or Johns Creek safer?
Johns Creek is safer with a total crime rate of 572 per 100K vs 2,146 for Dalton — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Dalton has a violent crime rate of 243.2 per 100K while Johns Creek has 35.8. Johns Creek has lower violent crime.
About Dalton, GA
Dalton, Georgia, the "Carpet Capital of the World," is a city in Whitfield County with a population of around 30,000. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, it's known for its significant textile industry. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 34,537, Dalton has a total crime rate of 2,145.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Johns Creek, GA
Johns Creek is an affluent suburb northeast of Atlanta, incorporated in 2006 from an unincorporated area of Fulton County. Its residents are highly educated, many employed in professional and managerial roles. With a safety score of 90/100 and a population coverage of 81,056, Johns Creek has a total crime rate of 572.4 per 100,000 residents.