Pascagoula, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pascagoula Police Department serves the city of Pascagoula, MS in Jackson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,149 violent crimes and 5,373 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 121.0 per 100k residents, which is 13.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 362.9 per 100k, 121.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 CAnnual Rate121.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,149 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate4.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents14 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents69 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate4.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents184 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate362.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,373 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate46.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents663 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate288.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,342 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate23.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents344 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 121.0 | C | 3149 | 106.2 | +13.9% |
| Property Crime | 362.9 | F | 5373 | 163.6 | +121.8% |
| Homicide | 4.7 | F | 14 | 0.5 | +772.7% |
| Robbery | 4.7 | B | 69 | 5.8 | -20.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 4.7 | A | 184 | 22.3 | -79.1% |
| Burglary | 46.5 | F | 663 | 24.0 | +93.6% |
| Larceny | 288.5 | F | 4342 | 116.4 | +147.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 23.3 | C | 344 | 22.2 | +4.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Springs | 0 miles | D 136.2 | C 185.2 | Violent: 12.5% higher Property: 49.0% lower |
| Gautier | 5 miles | C 116.0 | C 168.8 | Violent: 4.1% lower Property: 53.5% lower |
| D'Iberville | 17 miles | B 84.3 | F 449.6 | Violent: 30.3% lower Property: 23.9% higher |
| Biloxi | 17 miles | F 190.0 | F 345.4 | Violent: 57.1% higher Property: 4.8% lower |
| Long Beach | 28 miles | B 75.4 | A 46.4 | Violent: 37.7% lower Property: 87.2% lower |