The city of Canton, MS has unfortunately been plagued by high levels of crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Canton is 32.9, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Additionally, the property crime rate in Canton is also well above the US average at 56.8. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and arson. These alarming statistics paint a concerning picture of the crime situation in Canton. As someone who lives in this area, it is concerning to see these numbers and it highlights the importance of addressing and reducing crime in our community.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Canton violent crime is 32.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Canton property crime is 56.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.