Jefferson, MS County has been struggling with high rates of crime in recent years. According to statistics, the county's violent crime rate is at 33.3, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that people in Jefferson are more likely to experience violent acts such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the county's property crime rate is at 65.7, almost double the US average of 35.4. Property crimes such as theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft are major concerns in the county. This high level of crime has created a sense of fear and insecurity among the residents of Jefferson, and law enforcement officials are continuously working to address and reduce these alarming statistics. The community is also coming together to implement preventive measures and promote safety in the county.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Jefferson County violent crime is 33.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Jefferson County property crime is 65.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Jefferson, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Roxie, Mississippi. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Roxie, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.