Kingston, PA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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34%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

77%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

26%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

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.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Kingston_{/100k people}	Pennsylvania_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	219	n/a (estimate)	1,539	1,762	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	7.0	7.9	6.3
Rape	0	n/a	0.0	29.5	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	14.1	68.1	66.1
Assault	9	n/a	63.2	174.5	268.2
Violent crime	12	n/a (estimate)	84	280	370
Burglary	16	n/a	112.4	148.2	269.8
Theft	182	n/a	1,278.8	1,171.2	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	9	n/a	63.2	163.0	282.7
Property crime	207	n/a (estimate)	1,454	1,483	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Kingston, PA

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 Kingston crime rate is lower than the national average by 33.8%. Specifically, there were 12 violent crimes in Kingston, equivalent to 84 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 77.2%. Furthermore, Kingston recorded 207 property crimes, amounting to 1454 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 25.6%.

Kingston distinguishes itself with one of the lowest violent crime rates in the U.S., reporting a mere 84 violent crimes per 100,000 people. This achievement firmly establishes Kingston among the safest cities in the nation, rendering it an alluring choice for those seeking a new place to call home.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Kingston?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Kingston residents. Out of the respondents (5 in total), 80% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Kingston were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 20% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Kingston a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Kingston is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Kingston has a total crime rate that is 34% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.6 daily crimes (0.03 violent daily crimes and 0.57 daily property crimes) in Kingston.

Potential Causes for Crime in Kingston

Kingston has a poverty rate that stands at 15.1, in contrast to the national average of 15.1. Historically, a direct correlation has been observed between poverty rates and crime stats. Higher poverty rates have led to higher crime rates, while lower poverty rates have led to a reduction in Kingston crime rates. Income disparities and heightened poverty levels can serve as catalysts for elevated or reduced criminal activity, as individuals may or may not turn to illicit means to fulfill their basic needs. This could be one of many factors that may influence crime.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Kingston, the cost of living is 8.12% lower than the national average.

In areas where housing affordability is an issue, crime can become a significant concern. Some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions, which can increase stress and potentially contribute to domestic disputes and related crimes. The median home price in Kingston is $126,900, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Kingston crime map

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

Kingston crime rates are 34% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Kingston are 77% lower than the national average
In Kingston you have a 1 in 65 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Kingston is safer than 67% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Kingston has decreased by 28%

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Daily Crime In Kingston (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Kingston, PA per 100,000 people. In Kingston, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.15 times less than the Pennsylvania average and 1.51 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Kingston is 3.32 times less than the Pennsylvania average and 4.39 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Kingston has a daily crime rate that is 1.02 times less than the Pennsylvania average and 1.34 times less than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Kingston (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Pennsylvania and all other cities across the US, is Kingston safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Kingston is safer than 52% of other cities in the state of Pennsylvania. In addition, Kingston is safer than 67% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Pennsylvania and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Kingston. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Kingston is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Kingston

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Kingston is 1 in 1187

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Kingston is 1 in 69

The chance of being a victim of crime in Kingston is 1 in 65

How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Kingston, Pennsylvania you have a 1 in 1187 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 69 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 65 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Kingston.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Kingston, Pennsylvania (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Kingston has decreased by 79%, the amount of property crime in Kingston has decreased by 16%, and the total amount of crime in Kingston has decreased by 28% year over year.

Kingston police department

Item	Kingston	Pennsylvania	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	20	14,701	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.5	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 20 Kingston police officers. This results in 1.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 17% less than the Pennsylvania average and 53.4% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Pennsylvania

State	Total offenders	Pennsylvania_/100K	National_/100K
Pennsylvania	21,558	176	266

There are a total of 21,558 sex offenders in Pennsylvania. This yields a total of 176 sex offenders in Pennsylvania per 100,000 residents which is 34% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Laflin, PA	1,439	68	361	429
Avoca, PA	2,612	40	437	477
Hilldale, PA	1,257	78	412	490
Dallas, PA	2,769	95	504	600
Harveys Lake, PA	2,807	98	520	618
Shavertown, PA	1,878	111	588	699
Bear Creek Village, PA	339	113	599	712
Kingston, PA	12,859	84	1,454	1,539

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
South Sioux City, NE	12,867	183	2,718	2,901
Key Biscayne, FL	12,867	99	597	695
Willow Grove, PA	12,881	212	1,125	1,337
Joppatowne, MD	12,833	435	1,788	2,223
Cedar Lake, IN	12,830	105	419	524
Kingston, PA	12,859	84	1,454	1,539

Source: The Kingston, PA 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.