The crime rate in Smith, MS County is a major concern for residents. According to the latest statistics, the county has a violent crime rate of 19.9, which is slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate is higher at 38.8, compared to the US average of 35.4. This means that residents of Smith, MS County are at a higher risk of falling victim to property crimes such as theft, burglary, and vandalism. The community has been working to address these issues by implementing neighborhood watch programs and increasing police presence in high-crime areas. However, there is still much work to be done to ensure the safety and security of the county's residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Smith County violent crime is 19.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Smith County property crime is 38.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Smith, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Laurel, Mississippi. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Laurel, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.