Fountain County Crime & Safety
Fountain County, Indiana
FBI UCRSafety Score
98/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
Safe
Total Crime Rate
0.0
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
0.0
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
0.0
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
98/100
Higher = safer
State avg 72/100
State Safety Rank
#5
of 91 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Fountain County, Indiana
Limited crime reporting in Fountain County
Fountain County currently shows a total crime rate of 0.0 per 100,000 and a safety score of 100.0. These numbers reflect reporting gaps rather than a complete absence of crime.
Incomplete picture of state safety standing
Although the safety score is 100.0, this figure is based on incomplete data compared to the Indiana average of 98.9. Three agencies provided data, but local incident reports are missing from the total.
Data gaps compared to Indiana averages
The reported 0.0 crime rate is statistically an outlier compared to the Indiana average of 693.8. Public safety officials rely on more consistent reporting to draw accurate regional comparisons.
Understanding the lack of reported incidents
With zero violent or property crimes officially recorded, the data provides no current breakdown of risks. Practical safety usually follows the trends of similar rural Indiana counties.
Security remains a priority for homeowners
Do not let incomplete data lead to a false sense of security. Implementing standard safety measures like motion lights and secure locks is always a wise investment for your home.
Crime Advisory: Fountain County
Safety Verdict
Fountain County has a safety score of 98/100, indicating a safe area with low overall crime (0.0 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 0.0 per 100K and property crime at 0.0 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, violent and property crime are more balanced.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 3 law enforcement agencies in Fountain County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Indiana, total crime is 100% below the Indiana average and its safety score is 26 points above the state mean.
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.