Shields, MI, a small town located in the northern part of the state, has been experiencing a decline in crime rates over the past few years. Despite this positive trend, the town still has a higher incidence of violent crime compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the rate of violent crime in Shields stands at 12.7, while the US average is 22.7. This means that residents of Shields are at a higher risk of falling victim to violent crimes such as assault and robbery. Additionally, property crime in Shields is also slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 24.1 compared to the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. While the town has made efforts to reduce crime rates, it is important for residents to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Shields violent crime is 12.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Shields property crime is 24.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Shields, Michigan does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Spaulding, Michigan. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Spaulding, Michigan. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.