Is Gaithersburg, MD Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Gaithersburg, Maryland reported 57.78 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.30 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 135.22 per 100,000 below that reference, with 40 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Gaithersburg, Maryland reported 117.01 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.51 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 112.55 per 100,000 below that reference, with 81 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Gaithersburg, Maryland reported 109.79 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.58 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 78.36 per 100,000 below that reference, with 76 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Gaithersburg, Maryland reported 726.62 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.66 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 380.35 per 100,000 below that reference, with 503 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Gaithersburg, Maryland reported 56.34 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.17 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 8.10 per 100,000 above that reference, with 39 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Gaithersburg, MD has an adjusted safety score of 83.03 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Maryland. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Maryland workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 39 | 56.34 | 48.24 |
1.17× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 81 | 117.01 | 229.56 | 0.51× national |
| Burglary | 76 | 109.79 | 188.15 | 0.58× national |
| Larceny-theft | 503 | 726.62 | 1106.97 | 0.66× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 40 | 57.78 | 193.0 | 0.3× national |
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What drives Gaithersburg's safety score?
Gaithersburg ranks in the top quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Maryland, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 69,225 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Community Order at 88.33, while Property Security is lowest at 78.27. The 10.06-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Robbery is highest relative to its national reference at 56.34 per 100,000 (1.17× the national rate). Motor Vehicle Theft is lowest on the same relative basis at 57.78 per 100,000 (0.3× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Gaithersburg, Maryland recorded 503 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 68.1% of the 739 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 39 robbery reports (5.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Gaithersburg, Maryland recorded 81 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 11.0% of the 739 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 39 robbery reports (5.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Gaithersburg, Maryland recorded 76 burglary offenses in 2025, 10.3% of the 739 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 39 robbery reports (5.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Gaithersburg, Maryland uses a reporting population of 69,225 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Gaithersburg, Maryland has an adjusted score of 83.03 points out of 100 versus 48.78 in Frederick, Maryland, a difference of 34.25 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Gaithersburg ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Gaithersburg, Maryland has an adjusted score of 83.03 points out of 100 versus 14.24 in Baltimore, Maryland, a difference of 68.79 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Gaithersburg ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gaithersburg safe compared to other places in Maryland?
Gaithersburg is classified as having high relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 83.03 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Maryland.
What is the crime rate in Gaithersburg?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Gaithersburg's safety rating?
Gaithersburg's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 83.03 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Maryland. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Gaithersburg?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Gaithersburg?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.