The Wheeling, WV Metro Area has a slightly lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average, with a rate of 21.3 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, property crime in the area remains a concern, with a rate of 22.3 compared to the US average of 35.4. The city has implemented various measures to combat crime, such as community policing and neighborhood watch programs, but there is still work to be done to ensure the safety of its residents. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the Wheeling, WV Metro Area continues to experience crime at a level higher than the national average. It is important for the community to remain vigilant and work together to address and prevent crime in the area. This context highlights the ongoing issue of crime in the city and the need for continued efforts to improve safety for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Wheeling Metro Area violent crime is 21.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Wheeling Metro Area property crime is 22.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Wheeling, West Virginia does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Canton, Ohio. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Canton, West Virginia. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.