South Williamsport, PA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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68%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

89%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

63%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	South Williamsport_{/100k people}	Pennsylvania_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	50	n/a (estimate)	685	1,681	2,119
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	5.0	5.0
Rape	0	n/a	0.0	27.8	37.5
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	51.4	60.6
Assault	3	n/a	41.1	161.4	256.1
Violent crime	3	n/a (estimate)	41	246	359
Burglary	1	n/a	13.7	116.7	229.2
Theft	41	n/a	561.3	1,129.8	1,272.1
Vehicle theft	5	n/a	68.5	188.5	258.8
Property crime	47	n/a (estimate)	643	1,435	1,760

South Williamsport crime map

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

South Williamsport crime rates are 68% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in South Williamsport are 89% lower than the national average
In South Williamsport you have a 1 in 147 chance of becoming a victim of crime
South Williamsport is safer than 42% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in South Williamsport has decreased by 57%

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Daily Crime In South Williamsport (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in South Williamsport for every 100,000 residents. The South Williamsport total amount of daily crime is 2.46 times less than the Pennsylvania average and 3.10 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in South Williamsport, is 5.98 times less than the Pennsylvania average, and it is 8.74 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that South Williamsport has a daily crime average that is 2.23 times less than the Pennsylvania average and 2.74 times less than the daily national rate.

How Safe is South Williamsport (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in South Williamsport in comparison to other Pennsylvania communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is South Williamsport safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show South Williamsport being safer than 28% of cities in Pennsylvania and 42% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Pennsylvania cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to South Williamsport. In conclusion, South Williamsport ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in South Williamsport

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in South Williamsport is 1 in 2435

The chance of being a victim of property crime in South Williamsport is 1 in 156

The chance of being a victim of crime in South Williamsport is 1 in 147

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in South Williamsport? In South Williamsport, PA you have a 1 in 2435 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 156 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 147 chance of becoming a victim of crime in South Williamsport.

Year Over Year Crime In South Williamsport (per 100,000 people)

The year over year change in crime per 100,000 people helps to understand whether crime in South Williamsport, PA is on the rise or declining. The violent crime rate in South Williamsport has decreased by 82%, while the property crime rate in South Williamsport has decreased by 53% year over year. Summing up the numbers, South Williamsport has decreased by 57% with regards to total crimes year over year.

South Williamsport police department

Item	South Williamsport	Pennsylvania	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	9	14,701	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	1.4	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 9 South Williamsport police officers. This results in 1.4 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 23.3% less than the Pennsylvania average and 56.9% 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}
Hughesville, PA	2,404	95	428	523
Faxon, PA	1,305	85	495	580
Duboistown, PA	1,356	91	530	620
Dewart, PA	1,298	95	556	651
New Columbia, PA	1,164	99	575	673
Turbotville, PA	779	99	580	679
Kenmar, PA	3,895	102	595	697
South Williamsport, PA	6,129	41	643	685

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Holtville, CA	6,129	36	379	415
Wheelersburg, OH	6,129	193	1,018	1,211
Orange Beach, AL	6,130	357	1,845	2,202
Pauls Valley, OK	6,128	248	2,294	2,542
Northgate, OH	6,130	239	1,261	1,500
South Williamsport, PA	6,129	41	643	685

Source: The South Williamsport, PA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. 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.