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43%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
54%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
41%
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 peopleLebanon/100k peopleKentucky/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime86n/a (estimate)1,3291,6632,324
Murder1n/a15.46.86.3
Rape4n/a61.833.840.0
Robbery0n/a0.038.166.1
Assault6n/a92.7135.4268.2
Violent crime11n/a (estimate)170214370
Burglary17n/a262.6244.8269.8
Theft47n/a726.1989.81,401.9
Vehicle theft11n/a169.9214.2282.7
Property crime75n/a (estimate)1,1591,4491,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Lebanon, KY

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Lebanon crime rate is 42.8% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Lebanon, there were 11 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 170 per 100,000 individuals, 54.1% lower than the national average. Additionally, Lebanon recorded 75 property crimes, amounting to 1159 per 100,000 residents, 40.7% lower than the U.S. average.

Despite a steady decline in murder rates in the United States since 1990, recent years have witnessed an unfortunate uptick. Lebanon stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates, surpassing other cities that reported crime. In Lebanon, there were a total of 1 murders, translating to 15 murders per 100,000 people, underscoring the pressing need for continued efforts to address and reduce severe violent crime in the area.

Is Lebanon a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Lebanon, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Lebanon presents a total crime rate that is 43% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Lebanon experiences an average of 0.24 daily crimes, comprising 0.03 violent incidents and 0.21 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Lebanon Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Lebanon has increased by 4.9%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Lebanon, 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 increased by 22.2%, while property crime has increased by 2.7%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Lebanon is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Lebanon

Lebanon reports an unemployment rate of 6.9%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Lebanon crime rates.

Lebanon has a population density of 935.6 people per square mile, while with the national average is 90.6 people per square mile. Cities characterized by high population density are frequently larger urban centers offering diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality may be accentuated, resulting in the coexistence of poverty and affluence. Such economic disparities can contribute to elevated property crimes and on occasion, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density generally record lower Lebanon crime rates.

In Lebanon, 65.7% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

Lebanon crime map



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

      • Lebanon crime rates are 43% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Lebanon are 54% lower than the national average
      • In Lebanon you have a 1 in 76 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Lebanon is safer than 59% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Lebanon has decreased by 7%

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        Daily Crime In Lebanon (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Lebanon on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Kentucky and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Lebanon (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Kentucky, are 1.25 times less than the state average and 1.75 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Lebanon on a daily basis are 1.26 times less than than Kentucky average and 2.18 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Lebanon are 1.25 times less than the daily state average and 1.69 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Lebanon (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Kentucky and all other cities across the US, is Lebanon safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Lebanon is safer than 27% of other cities in the state of Kentucky. In addition, Lebanon is safer than 59% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Kentucky and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Lebanon. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Lebanon is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Lebanon

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Lebanon is 1 in 589
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Lebanon is 1 in 87
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Lebanon is 1 in 76
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Lebanon, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 589. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 87 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Lebanon is 1 in 76.

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

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in Lebanon, Kentucky (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 Lebanon has increased by 9%, the amount of property crime in Lebanon has decreased by 9%, and the total amount of crime in Lebanon has decreased by 7% year over year.

        Lebanon police department

        Item Lebanon Kentucky National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)225,359558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.92.83.3
        There are a total of 22 Lebanon police officers. This results in 3.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 40.9% greater than the Kentucky average and 20.8% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Kentucky

        State Total offenders Kentucky /100K National /100K
        Kentucky9,099222266
        There are a total of 9,099 sex offenders in Kentucky. This yields a total of 222 sex offenders in Kentucky per 100,000 residents which is 17% 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
        Springfield, KY2,965175631806
        Raywick, KY1702451,6571,902
        Loretto, KY7232601,7612,021
        Mackville, KY2442691,8222,091
        Bradfordsville, KY3363102,0962,406
        Lebanon, KY5,9601701,1591,329

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Pea Ridge, AR5,9602628241,086
        Gladewater, TX5,9601131,0531,166
        Stratmoor, CO5,9605703,6494,219
        Forest Glen, MD5,9572289371,166
        Rib Mountain, WI5,9632009331,133
        Lebanon, KY5,9601701,1591,329
        Source: The Lebanon, KY 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.