Waveland, MS Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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34%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

80%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

25%

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}	Waveland_{/100k people}	Mississippi_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	106	n/a (estimate)	1,532	1,992	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	7.8	6.3
Rape	2	n/a	28.9	33.7	40.0
Robbery	0	n/a	0.0	25.6	66.1
Assault	3	n/a	43.4	178.0	268.2
Violent crime	5	n/a (estimate)	72	245	370
Burglary	14	n/a	202.3	350.2	269.8
Theft	81	n/a	1,170.5	1,222.6	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	6	n/a	86.7	173.9	282.7
Property crime	101	n/a (estimate)	1,460	1,747	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Waveland, MS

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Waveland crime rate is 34.1% 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 Waveland, there were 5 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 72 per 100,000 individuals, 80.5% lower than the national average. Additionally, Waveland recorded 101 property crimes, amounting to 1460 per 100,000 residents, 25.3% lower than the U.S. average.

Waveland distinguishes itself with one of the lowest violent crime rates in the U.S., reporting a mere 72 violent crimes per 100,000 people. This achievement firmly establishes Waveland among the safest cities in the nation, rendering it an alluring choice for those seeking a new place to call home.

In the most recently reported crime year, Waveland 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 Waveland a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Waveland 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. Waveland has a total crime rate that is 34% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.29 daily crimes (0.01 violent daily crimes and 0.28 daily property crimes) in Waveland.

Has Crime in Waveland Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Waveland crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Waveland has decreased by 52.7% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 28.6% and property crime has decreased by 53.5%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Waveland

Waveland has a poverty rate that stands at 11.6, 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 Waveland 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.

Waveland reports an unemployment rate of 3.6%, 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 Waveland crime rates.

Waveland has a population density of 748.2 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 Waveland crime rates.

Waveland crime map

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

Waveland crime rates are 34% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Waveland are 80% lower than the national average
In Waveland you have a 1 in 66 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Waveland is safer than 69% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Waveland has decreased by 57%

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Daily Crime In Waveland (per 100,000 people)

The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Waveland, MS per 100,000 people. In Waveland, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.30 times less than the Mississippi average and 1.52 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Waveland is 3.39 times less than the Mississippi average and 5.12 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Waveland has a daily crime rate that is 1.20 times less than the Mississippi average and 1.34 times less than the overall daily national average.

How Safe is Waveland (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Mississippi and all other cities across the US, is Waveland safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Waveland is safer than 77% of other cities in the state of Mississippi. In addition, Waveland is safer than 69% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Mississippi and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Waveland. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Waveland is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Waveland

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Waveland is 1 in 1385

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

The chance of being a victim of crime in Waveland is 1 in 66

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Waveland? In Waveland, you have a 1 in 1385 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 69. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Waveland, MS is 1 in 66.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Waveland is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Waveland has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 35% in Waveland, while property crimes in Waveland have decreased by 58%. Total crime has decreased by 57% year over year.

Waveland police department

Item	Waveland	Mississippi	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	28	4,806	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	n/a	3.8	3.3

Sex offenders in Mississippi

State	Total offenders	Mississippi_/100K	National_/100K
Mississippi	11,060	380	266

There are a total of 11,060 sex offenders in Mississippi. This yields a total of 380 sex offenders in Mississippi per 100,000 residents which is 43% 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}
DeLisle, MS	1,601	34	245	280
Kiln, MS	2,462	58	413	471
Pearlington, MS	803	97	692	789
Henderson Point, MS	276	99	706	805
Diamondhead, MS	8,076	105	750	856
Long Beach, MS	15,829	47	1,552	1,599
Pass Christian, MS	6,079	17	2,288	2,304
Waveland, MS	6,352	72	1,460	1,532

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Sidney, MT	6,351	478	1,022	1,500
Johnsburg, IL	6,354	94	860	954
Champion Heights, OH	6,354	255	1,544	1,799
Ramtown, NJ	6,354	166	1,159	1,325
Village of Oak Creek (Big Park), AZ	6,348	140	669	810
Waveland, MS	6,352	72	1,460	1,532

Source: The Waveland, MS 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.