Lamar County, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Lamar County in MS is served by 1 law enforcement agency. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 35 violent crimes and 43 property crimes. 0 Property crime averages 254.8 per 100k, +55.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Larceny 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 N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Homicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Robbery
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DBurglary
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Larceny
Grade DMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 0.0 | A | 35 | 106.2 | -100.0% |
| Property Crime | 254.8 | D | 43 | 163.6 | +55.8% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 0 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 1 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 1 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 0.0 | A | 4 | 22.3 | -100.0% |
| Burglary | 101.9 | F | 8 | 24.0 | +324.2% |
| Larceny | 152.9 | D | 32 | 116.4 | +31.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 0.0 | A | 3 | 22.2 | -100.0% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Purvis Police Department
Purvis, MS