Breathitt, KY County has been known for its high crime rates, especially when compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the county has a violent crime rate of 10.2, which is significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Breathitt is 29.2, slightly higher than the national average of 35.4. This means that while the county may have a lower rate of violent crime, it still struggles with high rates of theft, burglary, and other property-related offenses. This could be attributed to various factors, such as poverty, lack of economic opportunities, and drug use. Despite efforts to reduce crime in Breathitt, the county continues to face challenges in maintaining public safety and security.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Breathitt County violent crime is 10.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Breathitt County property crime is 29.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Breathitt, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Berea, Kentucky. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Berea, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.