Jasper County, SC Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Jasper County in SC is served by 7 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 1,666 violent crimes and 2,009 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 207.7 per 100k residents, which is 95.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 143.0 per 100k, 12.6% below 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 Rate207.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,666 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents18 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate51.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents388 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate143.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,009 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate37.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents279 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate89.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,438 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents273 (2019-2023)
Summary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 207.7 | F | 1666 | 106.2 | +95.6% |
| Property Crime | 143.0 | B | 2009 | 163.6 | -12.6% |
| Homicide | 5.5 | F | 18 | 0.5 | +935.0% |
| Rape | 5.5 | D | 51 | 3.5 | +55.9% |
| Robbery | 2.8 | A | 44 | 5.8 | -52.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 51.8 | F | 388 | 22.3 | +132.6% |
| Burglary | 37.3 | D | 279 | 24.0 | +55.4% |
| Larceny | 89.1 | B | 1438 | 116.4 | -23.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.8 | A | 273 | 22.2 | -37.8% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Jasper County Sheriff's Office
Ridgeland Police Department
Ridgeland, SC