The crime rate in Elizabeth City, NC Metro Area is higher than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 35.05 compared to the US average of 22.7. This means that residents in this area are more likely to experience incidents of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the property crime rate in Elizabeth City is also higher than the national average, with a rate of 52.5 compared to 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. This high level of crime can create a sense of unease and insecurity among residents, and it is important for local authorities to address and reduce these rates in order to create a safer community for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Elizabeth City Metro Area violent crime is 35.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Elizabeth City Metro Area property crime is 52.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Elizabeth City, North Carolina does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Suffolk, Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Suffolk, North Carolina. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.