Located in the rural and sparsely populated county of Issaquena, Mississippi, crime rates have been on the rise in recent years. According to statistics, the county has a violent crime rate of 27.9, which is higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Issaquena are more likely to experience violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide than the average American. Additionally, property crime rates in Issaquena are also higher than the national average, with a rate of 54.9 compared to the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The context of this high crime rate could be attributed to the county's small population and lack of economic opportunities, leading to poverty and desperation among some residents. As a result, law enforcement in Issaquena must remain vigilant in addressing and preventing crime to ensure the safety and well-being of its citizens.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Issaquena County violent crime is 27.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Issaquena County property crime is 54.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Issaquena, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Lake Providence, Louisiana. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Lake Providence, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.