Roane County, located in West Virginia, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to the background information provided, the county has a violent crime rate of 13.1, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Additionally, the county's property crime rate is 29.3, also below the US average of 35.4. This data suggests that Roane County is a relatively safe place to live in terms of crime. However, it is important to note that even though the crime rates are lower compared to the national average, there is still a presence of crime in the county. It is essential for residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The local law enforcement agencies in Roane County work tirelessly to maintain the low crime rates and continue to keep the community safe.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Roane County violent crime is 13.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Roane County property crime is 29.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Roane, West Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Charleston, West Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Charleston, West Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.