Paintsville, KY has a lower rate of crime compared to the national average. According to the latest statistics, the violent crime rate in Paintsville is 13.4, significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. This means that residents of Paintsville can feel safer and more secure in their community. The property crime rate in Paintsville is also lower than the national average, with a rate of 26.4 compared to 35.4. This is a positive sign for the town, as it indicates that measures are being taken to prevent and reduce crime. However, it is important to note that any level of crime is still a concern and efforts should continue to be made to keep Paintsville a safe place to live and visit.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Paintsville violent crime is 13.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Paintsville property crime is 26.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.