Hattiesburg, MS has a higher rate of violent crime compared to the US average. Violent crime in Hattiesburg is 21.1 while the US average is 22.7. Conversely, property crime in Hattiesburg is lower than the national average. Property crime in Hattiesburg is 77.7, while the US average is 35.4. This means that law enforcement in Hattiesburg is doing a better job at tackling property crimes than they are with violent crimes. It’s important to note that these figures are averages and can vary from neighborhood to neighborhood, so it’s important for residents to stay informed about their local area and take steps to ensure their safety when necessary.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Hattiesburg violent crime is 21.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Hattiesburg property crime is 77.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.