The Jackson, MS Metro Area has long been plagued by high levels of crime, particularly violent crime. According to
, the violent crime rate in the area is 20.2, which is slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, this is still a cause for concern as it means that the residents of this area are at a higher risk of experiencing violent crime. Property crime is also a major issue in the Jackson, MS Metro Area, with a rate of 36.4 compared to the national average of 35.4. This has resulted in a pervasive sense of fear and insecurity among the community, as individuals and businesses alike are constantly at risk of becoming victims of theft and other property crimes. Despite efforts to combat crime in the area, it remains a pressing issue for residents and law enforcement alike.Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Jackson Metro Area violent crime is 20.2. (The US average is 22.7)
Jackson Metro Area property crime is 36.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Jackson, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of New Orleans, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.