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49%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
75%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
44%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleClinton/100k peopleMississippi/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime322n/a (estimate)1,1931,9922,324
Murder1n/a3.77.86.3
Rape8n/a29.633.740.0
Robbery2n/a7.425.666.1
Assault14n/a51.8178.0268.2
Violent crime25n/a (estimate)93245370
Burglary15n/a55.6350.2269.8
Theft266n/a985.11,222.61,401.9
Vehicle theft16n/a59.3173.9282.7
Property crime297n/a (estimate)1,1001,7471,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Clinton, MS

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Clinton is 48.7% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Clinton, there were 25 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 93 per 100,000 individuals, 75% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 297 property crimes, amounting to 1100 per 100,000 residents, 43.7% lower than the U.S. average.

Clinton stands out with one of the lowest violent crime rates in the United States. Reporting only 93 violent crimes per 100,000 people, Clinton secures its place among the safest cities in the nation, making it an enticing destination for those in search of a new home.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Clinton?

What do the local residents think about crime in Clinton? Well, based on a recent survey of 6 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 50% of Clinton residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 50% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Clinton a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Clinton a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Clinton crime rate is 49% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.88 crimes per day - 0.07 violent crimes and 0.81 property crimes.

Has Crime in Clinton Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Clinton has decreased by 3.3%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Clinton, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 40.5%, while property crime has decreased by 2.1%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Clinton is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Clinton

In areas where employment options are limited or where a significant proportion of jobs offer meager wages, the likelihood of heightened unemployment and homelessness increases. Regions facing challenges related to unemployment or inadequate income may become more vulnerable to a surge in crime stemming from economic instability. While low unemployment rates tend to lead to reduced crime in most areas. Clinton currently has an unemployment rate of 2.7%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. This could be one of many factors that could contribute to a higher or lower crime rate.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Clinton, 88.6% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Clinton, the cost of living is 10.93% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Clinton crime map



The Clinton crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Clinton as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Clinton crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Clinton crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Clinton crime rates are 49% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Clinton are 75% lower than the national average
      • In Clinton you have a 1 in 84 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Clinton is safer than 71% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Clinton has decreased by 15%

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        Daily Crime In Clinton (per 100,000 people)

        The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Clinton, Mississippi is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Clinton are 1.67 times less than the Mississippi average and 1.95 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Clinton are 2.65 times less than than Mississippi and 3.99 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Clinton are 1.59 times less than than Mississippi and 1.78 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Clinton (higher is better)

        Is Clinton safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Mississippi as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Clinton to other cities in the state and across the country, Clinton is 80% safer than other cities of Mississippi and 71% safer than other cities in the nation. Clinton has a ranks above average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Clinton

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Clinton is 1 in 1081
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Clinton is 1 in 91
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Clinton is 1 in 84
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Clinton? In Clinton, you have a 1 in 1081 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 91. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Clinton, MS is 1 in 84.

        Year Over Year Crime In Clinton (per 100,000 people)

        Determining whether Clinton is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Clinton violent crime rates have decreased by 47%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 10% year over year. Total crimes for Clinton has decreased by 15% in the same time frame.

        Clinton police department

        Item Clinton Mississippi National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)634,806558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.53.83.3
        There are a total of 63 Clinton police officers. This results in 2.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 35.3% less than the Mississippi average and 24.2% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Mississippi

        State Total offenders Mississippi /100K National /100K
        Mississippi11,060380266
        There are a total of 11,060 sex offenders in Mississippi. This yields a total of 380 sex offenders in Mississippi per 100,000 residents which is 43% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Florence, MS4,44685150235
        Raymond, MS2,007109381490
        Cleary, MS1,84177547623
        Madison, MS25,65047582629
        Flora, MS2,35394673767
        Learned, MS831661,1821,348
        Byram, MS11,5192361,1791,415
        Clinton, MS24,797931,1001,193

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Rosemount, MN24,79247567614
        Hazleton, PA24,8044242,2452,669
        Decatur, GA24,8141322,7172,848
        Paris, TX24,8147752,6653,440
        Ardmore, OK24,8348802,8883,768
        Clinton, MS24,797931,1001,193
        Source: The Clinton, MS crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.