The city of Jackson, MI and its surrounding metro area have struggled with high levels of crime, particularly in the realm of violence and property offenses. According to recent data, the violent crime rate in Jackson sits at 28, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Jackson are at a higher risk of becoming victims of crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Additionally, the property crime rate in Jackson is 33.2, which is slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. This includes offenses such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. The context of these statistics serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement and community members in reducing crime and promoting safety in the Jackson, MI metro area.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Jackson Metro Area violent crime is 28.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Jackson Metro Area property crime is 33.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Jackson, Michigan does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Battle Creek, Michigan. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Battle Creek, Michigan. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.