Lamesa, TX is a small town located in West Texas with a population of just over 9,000 people. Despite its small size, the town has experienced a significant amount of crime in recent years, particularly when compared to the national average. According to
, the town's violent crime rate is 29.7, which is higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. In addition, Lamesa's property crime rate is also higher than the national average at 59, compared to 35.4. Property crimes refer to offenses such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics suggest that Lamesa, TX is facing challenges with maintaining public safety and protecting its residents and their property. Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Lamesa violent crime is 29.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Lamesa property crime is 59.0. (The US average is 35.4)
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