Jay, IN County has seen a decrease in violent and property crime rates in recent years, with a violent crime rate of 13.7 compared to the US average of 22.7, and a property crime rate of 34.8 compared to the US average of 35.4. While this may seem like good news, any crime is still a concern for the community. The most common types of crime in Jay, IN County include assault, burglary, and theft. However, the local law enforcement agencies have been working hard to combat these crimes through increased patrols and community outreach programs. Residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity to help keep their community safe. With the continued efforts of law enforcement and the support of the community, the crime rates in Jay, IN County are expected to continue to decrease.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Jay County violent crime is 13.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Jay County property crime is 34.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Jay, Indiana does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Bluffton, Indiana. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Bluffton, Indiana. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.