Milan, TN Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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19%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

36%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

15%

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}	Milan_{/100k people}	Tennessee_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	225	n/a (estimate)	2,755	2,924	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	8.6	6.3
Rape	2	n/a	24.5	38.2	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	67.1	66.1
Assault	39	n/a	477.5	507.6	268.2
Violent crime	41	n/a (estimate)	502	622	370
Burglary	49	n/a	600.0	319.1	269.8
Theft	121	n/a	1,481.6	1,620.9	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	14	n/a	171.4	362.3	282.7
Property crime	184	n/a (estimate)	2,253	2,302	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Milan, TN

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Milan is 18.5% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 41 violent crimes reported in Milan, equivalent to 502 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 35.8%. Additionally, Milan recorded 184 property crimes, amounting to 2253 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 15.3%.

In the most recently reported crime year, Milan registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

Is Milan a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Milan 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 Milan crime rate is 19% higher than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.62 crimes per day - 0.11 violent crimes and 0.5 property crimes.

Has Crime in Milan Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Milan has increased by 2.7% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Milan is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 19.6%, while property crime has increased by 9.5%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Milan.

Potential Causes for Crime in Milan

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Milan crime rate. The poverty level in Milan is 20%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In Milan, the cost of living is 17.27% lower than the national average. A substantial cost of living can burden residents, particularly those with constrained financial means. When individuals contend with steep housing expenses, grocery bills, utility costs, healthcare and essential needs that strain their budgets, they may turn to criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities characterized by a more affordable cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, which could potentially lead to decreased crime rates.

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 Milan is $101,600, compared to a national average of $184,700.

Milan crime map

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

Milan crime rates are 19% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Milan are 36% higher than the national average
In Milan you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Milan is safer than 18% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Milan has decreased by 5%

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Daily Crime In Milan (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Milan, Tennessee is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Milan are 1.06 times less than the Tennessee average and 1.19 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Milan are 1.24 times less than than Tennessee and 1.36 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Milan are 1.02 times less than than Tennessee and 1.15 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Milan (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Milan to every other city in Tennessee, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Milan safe? The gauges above illustrate that Milan is safer than 28% of every city located within Tennessee along with 18% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Tennessee and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Milan, TN is ranked below average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Milan

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Milan is 1 in 200

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Milan is 1 in 45

The chance of being a victim of crime in Milan is 1 in 37

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Milan? In Milan, TN you have a 1 in 200 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 45 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 37 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Milan.

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

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in Milan, TN is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in Milan has decreased by 25%, while the property crime rate in Milan has increased by 2% year over year. Summing up the numbers, Milan has decreased by 5% with regards to total crimes year over year.

Milan police department

Item	Milan	Tennessee	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	26	11,551	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.3	3.6	3.3

There are a total of 26 Milan police officers. This results in 3.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 8.6% less than the Tennessee average and 0.5% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Tennessee

State	Total offenders	Tennessee_/100K	National_/100K
Tennessee	24,578	412	266

There are a total of 24,578 sex offenders in Tennessee. This yields a total of 412 sex offenders in Tennessee per 100,000 residents which is 55% 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}
Medina, TN	4,260	112	525	637
Three Way, TN	1,626	185	683	868
Dyer, TN	2,663	173	1,038	1,211
Bradford, TN	1,201	303	1,120	1,422
Rutherford, TN	1,076	308	1,141	1,449
Trenton, TN	4,197	523	1,935	2,457
Humboldt, TN	8,145	945	1,826	2,771
Milan, TN	7,642	502	2,253	2,755

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Bernardsville, NJ	7,641	0	347	347
Three Rivers, MI	7,644	619	4,121	4,740
Montrose, VA	7,639	306	2,216	2,522
Kaufman, TX	7,646	307	907	1,213
Park City, IL	7,636	373	2,189	2,563
Milan, TN	7,642	502	2,253	2,755

Source: The Milan, TN 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.