Jefferson, GA County has unfortunately experienced high rates of crime in recent years. According to the background information provided, the county's violent crime rate of 22.6 is just slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Property crime, which includes theft, burglary, and arson, is also a concern in Jefferson County, with a rate of 44.2 compared to the US average of 35.4. This means that residents and businesses in the county are at a higher risk of becoming victims of these types of crimes. Addressing and reducing crime rates should be a top priority for law enforcement and community leaders in Jefferson County to ensure the safety and well-being of its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Jefferson County violent crime is 22.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Jefferson County property crime is 44.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Jefferson, Georgia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Grovetown, Georgia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Grovetown, Georgia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.