Ruston, LA Crime


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Ruston, a small city located in Louisiana, has been facing challenges with crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Ruston stands at 28.9, higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Additionally, the property crime rate in Ruston is 46.3, which is also higher than the US average of 35.4. This type of crime involves theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics serve as an alarming context for the crime situation in Ruston, highlighting the need for effective measures to address and reduce the occurrence of crime in the city.

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

Ruston violent crime is 28.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Ruston property crime is 46.3. (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
Ruston, LA Crime History
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Over 4 years ago

Back stabbing little town you want get anywhere with out knowing people or have  More

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Very difficult to find a job here if you’re not hired by the university. When my husband got a job with the university, I didn’t think it would be so difficult for me  More

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