Located in Louisiana, Jefferson is a small town with a population of just over 10,000 people. However, despite its size, the town has struggled with high levels of crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Jefferson is 44.3, which is almost double the national average of 22.7. This includes offenses such as murder, robbery, and assault. In addition, the property crime rate in Jefferson is 79.4, significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. Property crimes include burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The high crime rates in Jefferson are a concern for both residents and law enforcement. Efforts are being made to address the issue and make Jefferson a safer community for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Jefferson violent crime is 44.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Jefferson property crime is 79.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Jefferson, Louisiana does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Gretna, Louisiana. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Gretna, Louisiana. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.