Laurel, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Laurel Police Department serves the city of Laurel, MS in Jones County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,387 violent crimes and 3,934 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 205.6 per 100k residents, which is 93.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 405.3 per 100k, 147.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 Rate205.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,387 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents494 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate405.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,934 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate123.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents967 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate252.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,659 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents283 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 205.6 | F | 3387 | 106.2 | +93.6% |
| Property Crime | 405.3 | F | 3934 | 163.6 | +147.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.8 | A | 494 | 22.3 | -47.2% |
| Burglary | 123.3 | F | 967 | 24.0 | +413.3% |
| Larceny | 252.6 | F | 2659 | 116.4 | +117.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.4 | D | 283 | 22.2 | +32.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellisville | 5 miles | A 44.2 | B 132.5 | Violent: 78.5% lower Property: 67.3% lower |
| Sandersville | 5 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 161.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 60.1% lower |
| Bay Springs | 23 miles | A 62.4 | D 249.7 | Violent: 69.6% lower Property: 38.4% lower |
| Heidelberg | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Collins | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |