As a resident of Florence, SC County, I am unfortunately all too familiar with the high levels of crime in our community. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in our county stands at 34.3, well above the national average of 22.7. This means that our county has a higher rate of crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery compared to many other areas in the United States. Additionally, property crime, which includes theft, burglary, and motor vehicle theft, is also a major concern in Florence with a rate of 60.7, significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. This is a troubling reality that affects the overall safety and well-being of our community, and it is important for us to address and work towards reducing these alarming numbers.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Florence County violent crime is 34.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Florence County property crime is 60.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Florence, South Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Summerville, South Carolina. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Summerville, South Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.