Houma, LA Crime


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Houma, Louisiana has been experiencing a significant amount of crime, especially in terms of violent and property offenses. According to the latest statistics, the rate of violent crime in Houma is 29.2, which is higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Houma are at a higher risk of falling victim to violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. In addition, the rate of property crime in Houma is 61.1, which is significantly higher than the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. These numbers paint a concerning picture of the safety and security in Houma, making it imperative for local authorities to take action and address the issue.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Houma violent crime is 29.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Houma property crime is 61.1. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Houma, LA Crime History
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Reviews for Houma
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Over 7 years ago

I lived in Houma from 2 years of age until 61. If you love fishing, eating fried/boiled seafood, and enjoy hot humid weather, this is your town. Except for having easy  More

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Over 16 years ago

Houma has absolutely nothing to  More

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Over 17 years ago

Hot summers; significant hurricanes and tropical storms about once every 5  More

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