Benton, MS Crime

Benton, Mississippi has seen a decrease in violent crime rates compared to the national average. According to the latest data, the violent crime rate in Benton stands at 18.1, which is lower than the US average of 22.7. However, property crime rates in Benton remain slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 43 compared to the US average of 35.4. This suggests that while the overall crime rate in Benton may be relatively low, there is still a significant presence of property crimes in the area. Citizens of Benton should remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their belongings and safety. It is also important for law enforcement to continue their efforts in enforcing and preventing crime in Benton to maintain the relatively peaceful state of the community.

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NOTE: The city of Benton, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Pickens, Mississippi. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Pickens, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.