High Crime · Population: 65,420
Jackson, Mississippi is one of the higher-crime cities in the US, with a safety score of 7/100. The violent crime rate of 1,213.8 per 100K is significantly above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 65,420, Jackson reported 794 violent crimes and 4,055 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 50.3 per 100K |
| Rape | 154.3 per 100K |
| Robbery | 360.5 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 648.6 per 100K |
| Burglary | 1,239 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 4,298.7 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 661.1 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 794 |
| Property Crimes | 4,055 |
| Total Crimes | 4,849 |
With a safety score of 7/100, Jackson has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 84% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.