Paris, TX Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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48%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

110%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

36%

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}	Paris_{/100k people}	Texas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	839	n/a (estimate)	3,440	2,732	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	8.2	6.7	6.3
Rape	27	n/a	110.7	50.0	40.0
Robbery	9	n/a	36.9	70.5	66.1
Assault	151	n/a	619.1	304.7	268.2
Violent crime	189	n/a (estimate)	775	432	370
Burglary	159	n/a	651.9	334.3	269.8
Theft	433	n/a	1,775.2	1,634.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	58	n/a	237.8	331.2	282.7
Property crime	650	n/a (estimate)	2,665	2,300	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Paris, TX

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Paris crime rate is 48% higher 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 Paris, there were 189 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 775 per 100,000 individuals, 109.5% higher than the national average. Additionally, Paris recorded 650 property crimes, amounting to 2665 per 100,000 residents, 36.4% higher than the U.S. average.

Paris ranks among the most perilous cities in the United States, bearing a violent crime rate of 775 per 100,000 people, positioning it within the lowest 10% of all U.S. cities reporting crime statistics. The odds of falling victim to violent crime in Paris stand at 1 in every 130 residents, emphasizing the pressing need for enhanced safety measures and community engagement to address this significant concern.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Paris?

AreaVibes conducted surveys inquiring about the safety perception of Paris residents. Out of the respondents (23 in total), 17% expressed a strong sense of security, believing that crime rates in Paris were low, and they felt comfortable walking alone at night. Conversely, 83% held a contrasting viewpoint, expressing concerns about safety in the area and feeling uncomfortable walking alone during the nighttime hours.

Is Paris a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether Paris is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, Paris has an overall crime rate that is 48% higher than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 2.3 daily occurrences, comprising 0.52 violent crimes and 1.78 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of Paris as a potential place to establish residency.

Has Crime in Paris Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Paris has increased by 2.9%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Paris, 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 15.6%, while property crime has increased by 10%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Paris is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Paris

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 Paris crime rate. The poverty level in Paris is 23.7%, while the national average is 15.1%.

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. Paris currently has an unemployment rate of 2.1%, 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.

In Paris, 75% 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.

Paris crime map

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

Paris crime rates are 48% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Paris are 110% higher than the national average
In Paris you have a 1 in 30 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Paris is safer than 8% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Paris has increased by 5%

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Daily Crime In Paris (per 100,000 people)

The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Paris, TX per 100,000 people. In Paris, the total number of daily crimes is 1.26 times more than the Texas average and 1.48 times more than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Paris is 1.79 times more than the Texas average and 2.10 times more than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Paris has a daily crime rate that is 1.16 times more than the Texas average and 1.36 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Paris (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Paris, Texas compared to other areas of Texas, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Paris safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Paris is safer than 5% of Texas cities, and 8% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Texas, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Paris. At this time, Paris sees a above average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Paris

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Paris is 1 in 130

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Paris is 1 in 38

The chance of being a victim of crime in Paris is 1 in 30

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Paris, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 130. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 38 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 Paris is 1 in 30.

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

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Paris, Texas (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 Paris has decreased by 14%, the amount of property crime in Paris has increased by 12%, and the total amount of crime in Paris has increased by 5% year over year.

Paris police department

Item	Paris	Texas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	83	46,020	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.2	3.0	3.3

There are a total of 83 Paris police officers. This results in 3.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 7.5% greater than the Texas average and 0.6% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Texas

State	Total offenders	Texas_/100K	National_/100K
Texas	95,281	443	266

There are a total of 95,281 sex offenders in Texas. This yields a total of 443 sex offenders in Texas per 100,000 residents which is 67% 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}
Reno, TX	3,321	190	1,012	1,203
Blossom, TX	1,338	202	1,077	1,279
Reno city (Parker and Tarrant Counties), TX	2,637	204	1,086	1,290
Powderly, TX	966	464	2,470	2,934
Sun Valley, TX	54	631	3,359	3,990
Deport, TX	810	651	3,467	4,118
Roxton, TX	629	684	3,639	4,323
Paris, TX	24,814	775	2,665	3,440

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Decatur, GA	24,814	132	2,717	2,848
Hazleton, PA	24,804	424	2,245	2,669
Clinton, MS	24,797	93	1,100	1,193
Ardmore, OK	24,834	880	2,888	3,768
Rosemount, MN	24,792	47	567	614
Paris, TX	24,814	775	2,665	3,440

Source: The Paris, TX 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.