Monroe County, MS has seen a concerning trend in violent crime in recent years. According to recent statistics, the county's violent crime rate stands at 16.9, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. However, this is still a cause for concern, especially when compared to the property crime rate of 45.6, which is significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. This means that residents of Monroe County are at a higher risk of becoming victims of property crimes such as theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. In order to combat this issue, the county has implemented various programs and initiatives aimed at reducing crime rates and ensuring the safety of its citizens. It is important for law enforcement and community members to work together to address these issues and create a safer environment for everyone in Monroe County.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Monroe County violent crime is 16.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Monroe County property crime is 45.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Monroe, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of West Point, Mississippi. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of West Point, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.