Jasper, AL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Jasper Police Department serves the city of Jasper, AL in Walker County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,674 violent crimes and 2,724 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 147.4 per 100k residents, which is 38.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 449.3 per 100k, 174.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate147.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,674 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate14.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents224 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate449.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,724 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate49.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents402 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate365.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,059 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate35.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents256 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 147.4 | D | 1674 | 106.2 | +38.8% |
| Property Crime | 449.3 | F | 2724 | 163.6 | +174.6% |
| Robbery | 7.0 | D | 32 | 5.8 | +20.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.0 | A | 224 | 22.3 | -36.9% |
| Burglary | 49.1 | F | 402 | 24.0 | +104.5% |
| Larceny | 365.1 | F | 2059 | 116.4 | +213.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 35.1 | D | 256 | 22.2 | +58.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon Hill | 3 miles | C 116.7 | A 58.3 | Violent: 20.9% lower Property: 87.0% lower |
| Cordova | 3 miles | F 242.1 | D 242.1 | Violent: 64.2% higher Property: 46.1% lower |
| Sumiton | 3 miles | D 169.2 | F 507.6 | Violent: 14.8% higher Property: 13.0% higher |
| Parrish | 3 miles | F 313.1 | F 417.5 | Violent: 112.4% higher Property: 7.1% lower |
| Dora | 13 miles | F 312.9 | A 89.4 | Violent: 112.2% higher Property: 80.1% lower |