Detailed crime statistics, safety scores, and law enforcement data.
Jackson has a violent crime rate of 1,108 per 100,000 residents, 191% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 824.5 per 100,000, robbery at 113.8, rape at 156.9. The murder rate is 12.3 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,135 per 100,000, 111% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,154, burglary at 634, vehicle theft at 348 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 28 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Jackson receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Jackson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)