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6%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
72%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
21%
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 peopleHazen/100k peopleArkansas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime31n/a (estimate)2,1863,0972,324
Murder3n/a211.610.26.3
Rape1n/a70.576.040.0
Robbery1n/a70.539.766.1
Assault4n/a282.1519.4268.2
Violent crime9n/a (estimate)635645370
Burglary9n/a634.7466.4269.8
Theft7n/a493.71,734.41,401.9
Vehicle theft6n/a423.1250.7282.7
Property crime22n/a (estimate)1,5512,4521,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Hazen, AR

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Hazen crime rate is lower than the national average by 5.9%. Specifically, there were 9 violent crimes in Hazen, equivalent to 635 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 71.6%. Furthermore, Hazen recorded 22 property crimes, amounting to 1551 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 20.6%.

When evaluating the Hazen crime rate for every 100,000 residents, it positions itself in the middle range among all cities that reported crime. Our examination of total offenses, spanning both violent and property crimes, indicates that the reported Hazen crime rates closely correspond to the national average reported by other regions.

Although murder rates are essentially half of what they used to be 30+ years ago, some cities still struggle with higher rates than others. Hazen is one of those cities. In the last reported crime year, there were a total of 3 murders in Hazen, which equates to 212 murders per 100,000 people. This results in Hazen being a very dangerous place to live.

With a total of 6 vehicle thefts last year, Hazen has one of the most stolen cars in the country at 423 per 100,000 people. This lands Hazen in the bottom 10% of all cities that reported crime and the chance of any vehicle being stolen is one in 237.

Is Hazen a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Hazen 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 Hazen crime rate is 6% lower than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.08 crimes per day - 0.02 violent crimes and 0.06 property crimes.

Has Crime in Hazen Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Hazen. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Hazen has increased by 63.2%. Violent crimes have increased by 50%, while property crimes have increased by 69.2%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Hazen

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Hazen crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Hazen has an unemployment rate of 3.9%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, 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 Hazen, the cost of living is 15.03% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Elevated rental costs can generate economic strain for both individuals and families, particularly those with restricted financial means. When a substantial proportion of one's income is allocated to housing costs, it often leaves limited resources for fulfilling other crucial necessities such as groceries, healthcare and education. This financial pressure can fuel desperation, potentially prompting individuals to resort to criminal actions, including theft or fraud, as a means of coping with their financial hardships. In Hazen, the average monthly rent stands at $788, while the national average is $949 per month.

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The Hazen crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Hazen 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 Hazen crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Hazen 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

  • Hazen crime rates are 6% lower than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Hazen are 72% higher than the national average
  • In Hazen you have a 1 in 46 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Hazen is safer than 16% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Hazen has increased by 52%

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        Daily Crime In Hazen (per 100,000 people)

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        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Hazen

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Hazen is 1 in 158
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Hazen is 1 in 65
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Hazen is 1 in 46

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

        Hazen police department

        Item Hazen Arkansas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)75,164558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents4.82.93.3
        There are a total of 7 Hazen police officers. This results in 4.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 63% greater than the Arkansas average and 47.8% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Arkansas

        State Total offenders Arkansas /100K National /100K
        Arkansas8,875323266
        There are a total of 8,875 sex offenders in Arkansas. This yields a total of 323 sex offenders in Arkansas per 100,000 residents which is 21% greater than the national average.

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        Hazen, AR1,7246351,5512,186

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        Source: The Hazen, AR 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.