Madison, West Virginia has unfortunately been affected by higher levels of crime compared to the national average. According to background information provided, the violent crime rate in Madison is 7.9, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Madison is 25.9, which is slightly higher than the US average of 35.4. These statistics suggest that while the overall crime rate in Madison may not be as high as some other areas in the country, there is still a notable issue with property crime. This can have a significant impact on the community, as residents may feel unsafe and property values may decrease. It is important for law enforcement to continue addressing and addressing these issues in order to create a safer and more secure environment for the residents of Madison.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Madison violent crime is 7.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Madison property crime is 25.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.