Muhlenberg County, located in Kentucky, has a lower crime rate compared to the national average. According to the latest statistics, the violent crime rate in Muhlenberg stands at 8.7, while the US average is 22.7. This means that the residents of Muhlenberg are less likely to be victims of violent crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. However, property crime is still a concern in the county, with a rate of 21.5 compared to the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes like burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. Overall, while Muhlenberg County may have a lower crime rate, residents should still take precautionary measures to ensure their safety and protect their property.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Muhlenberg County violent crime is 8.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Muhlenberg County property crime is 21.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Muhlenberg, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Madisonville, Kentucky. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Madisonville, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.