Pittsfield, MA Metro Area has been experiencing a higher rate of violent crime compared to the rest of the United States. With a reported violent crime rate of 30.1, it surpasses the national average of 22.7. This can be attributed to various factors such as poverty, drug use, and gang activity. In addition, property crime has also been a concern in this area, with a reported rate of 28.6, slightly below the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. Despite efforts to address these issues, the crime rates in Pittsfield continue to be a concern for residents and law enforcement. It is important for the community to work together and support initiatives to decrease crime and improve overall safety in the area.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Pittsfield Metro Area violent crime is 30.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Pittsfield Metro Area property crime is 28.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Pittsfield, Massachusetts does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Albany, New York. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Albany, Massachusetts. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.