Safest Counties in Georgia
Top 15 Georgia counties ranked by safety score — based on FBI UCR crime data.
Safest County
Baker County
98/100
State Avg Safety Score
49/100
Counties Ranked
159
of 159 total
Top 15 Safest Counties in Georgia
Baker County
Baker County, Georgia
Safety Score
Chattahoochee County
Chattahoochee County, Georgia
Safety Score
Dade County
Dade County, Georgia
Safety Score
Dooly County
Dooly County, Georgia
Safety Score
Johnson County
Johnson County, Georgia
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Miller County
Miller County, Georgia
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Quitman County
Quitman County, Georgia
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Stewart County
Stewart County, Georgia
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Taliaferro County
Taliaferro County, Georgia
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Toombs County
Toombs County, Georgia
Safety Score
Webster County
Webster County, Georgia
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Echols County
Echols County, Georgia
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Taylor County
Taylor County, Georgia
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Walker County
Walker County, Georgia
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Ware County
Ware County, Georgia
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the safest county in Georgia?
Baker County is the safest county in Georgia with a safety score of 98/100, based on FBI UCR violent and property crime data.
How are Georgia county safety scores calculated?
Safety scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. The score factors in violent crime rate and property crime rate per 100,000 residents. Higher scores indicate safer counties.
What are the top 5 safest counties in Georgia?
The top 5 safest counties in Georgia are: 1. Baker County (98/100), 2. Chattahoochee County (98/100), 3. Dade County (98/100), 4. Dooly County (98/100), 5. Johnson County (98/100).
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.
Data as of 2026-03-10.