Salem, Ohio Metro Area has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to background information, the area has a reported violent crime rate of 11.69, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Salem is slightly higher than the national average, with a rate of 29.2 compared to 35.4. While the overall crime rate in Salem is relatively low, it is still important for residents to remain vigilant and take precautions to protect themselves and their property. The community should also continue to work towards reducing crime and ensuring the safety of all its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Salem Metro Area violent crime is 11.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Salem Metro Area property crime is 29.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Salem, Ohio does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Youngstown, Ohio. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Youngstown, Ohio. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.