Columbus, KY has a relatively low rate of violent crime compared to the rest of the United States, with a rate of 10.5 per 1,000 residents. This is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, when it comes to property crime, Columbus, KY falls slightly above the national average with a rate of 25.4 per 1,000 residents compared to the US average of 35.4. While this may seem like a relatively safe community, it is important to keep in mind that any crime, no matter the rate, can have a significant impact on individuals and their sense of security. Therefore, it is crucial for law enforcement and community members to work together to continue to reduce crime and maintain a safe environment for all residents of Columbus, KY.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Columbus violent crime is 10.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Columbus property crime is 25.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Columbus, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Clinton, Kentucky. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Clinton, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.