The Paducah, KY Metro Area has a slightly lower than average rate of violent crime at 15.6 per 1,000 residents, compared to the national average of 22.7. This can provide some sense of relief to those living in the area, but it is important to note that there is still a significant amount of violent crime taking place. This includes incidents such as assault, robbery, and homicide. However, property crime in Paducah is slightly higher than the national average at 31.4 per 1,000 residents, compared to 35.4 nationally. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While it may seem like a small difference, it is still concerning for residents and highlights the need for continued efforts to combat crime in the area.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Paducah Metro Area violent crime is 15.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Paducah Metro Area property crime is 31.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Paducah, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Owensboro, Kentucky. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Owensboro, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.