Bolivar County, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Bolivar County in MS is served by 1 law enforcement agency. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 1,981 violent crimes and 2,721 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 272.9 per 100k residents, which is +156.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 204.7 per 100k, +25.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate272.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,981 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate48.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents344 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate204.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,721 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate39.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents320 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate146.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,158 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents222 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 272.9 | F | 1981 | 106.2 | +156.9% |
| Property Crime | 204.7 | D | 2721 | 163.6 | +25.1% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 19 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 12 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 9.8 | F | 51 | 5.8 | +67.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 48.7 | F | 344 | 22.3 | +118.9% |
| Burglary | 39.0 | F | 320 | 24.0 | +62.2% |
| Larceny | 146.2 | D | 2158 | 116.4 | +25.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.5 | B | 222 | 22.2 | -12.1% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Cleveland Police Department
Cleveland, MS