The small town of Clay Center, OH, with a population of 43408, has unfortunately experienced a higher rate of crime compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Clay Center is 29.7, which is higher than the US average of 22.7. Additionally, the property crime rate in this town is 35.2, slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. This indicates that both violent and property crimes are a prevalent issue in Clay Center. This is concerning, as the town is known for its close-knit community and low crime rates in the past. However, with the appropriate measures and support from law enforcement and community members, efforts can be made to reduce the crime rate and create a safer environment for residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Clay Center (zip 43408) violent crime is 29.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Clay Center (zip 43408) property crime is 35.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Clay Center, Ohio does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Clay Township, Ottawa County, Ohio. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Clay Township, Ottawa County, Ohio. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.