The crime rate in Canton, MS is significantly higher than the national average. Violent crime in Canton, MS is 32.9, which is 10.2 points higher than the US average of 22.7. In addition, property crime in Canton, MS is 56.8, 21.4 points higher than the national average of 35.4. These numbers are indicative of a much higher risk for criminal activity in the city compared to other parts of the country and suggest that Canton residents should take extra precautions to protect themselves and their property from possible crime.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Canton violent crime is 32.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Canton property crime is 56.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.