Franklin County Crime & Safety

Franklin County, Maine

Safety Score

59/100

Higher = safer

Safety Rating

Average

Total Crime Rate

938.4

per 100K population

Crime Statistics

Violent Crime Rate

77.1

per 100K population

National avg 380.7

Property Crime Rate

861.3

per 100K population

National avg 1954.4

Safety Score

59/100

Higher = safer

State avg 53/100

State Safety Rank

of 16 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Franklin County, Maine

Elite National Safety Score

Franklin County's safety score of 98.5 places it among the safest regions in America. Its total crime rate of 938.4 per 100,000 is roughly 60% lower than the national average.

Exceeding the Maine Average

Franklin's safety score of 98.5 outperforms the Maine state average of 98.3. It maintains a lower total crime rate than many of its southern and central Maine neighbors.

Comparisons with Western Neighbors

Franklin's rate of 938.4 is slightly higher than Aroostook’s 922.1 but remains remarkably low for the region. It is significantly safer than Kennebec County, which records nearly double the crime frequency.

Minimal Violent Crime Levels

The violent crime rate is just 77.1 per 100,000, which is even lower than the state average of 82.4. Property crimes account for the vast majority of local incidents at 861.3.

Keep Your Community Safe

Rural safety relies on neighborhood awareness and basic precautions. Ensure sheds and seasonal cabins are properly locked and monitored during the off-season to deter property crime.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Franklin County, ME?

Franklin County has a total crime rate of 938.4 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (77.1 per 100K) and property crimes (861.3 per 100K).

Is Franklin County, ME safe?

Franklin County has a safety score of 59/100, rated "Average". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #6 out of 16 counties in Maine for safety (1 = safest).

How does Franklin County crime compare to the Maine average?

Franklin's safety score of 98.5 outperforms the Maine state average of 98.3. It maintains a lower total crime rate than many of its southern and central Maine neighbors.

What types of crime are most common in Franklin County?

The violent crime rate is just 77.1 per 100,000, which is even lower than the state average of 82.4. Property crimes account for the vast majority of local incidents at 861.3.

How is crime data measured and reported for Franklin County?

Crime data for Franklin County comes from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Local law enforcement agencies submit data on violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) and property crimes (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft) to the FBI. Rates are calculated per 100,000 residents to allow fair comparison between counties of different sizes. The safety score (0-100) is derived from these rates, with higher scores indicating safer counties.

Why is Franklin County safer than the Maine average?

Franklin County has a safety score of 59/100, which is above the Maine average of 53/100. Factors such as local law enforcement effectiveness, community programs, socioeconomic conditions, and population density all contribute to lower crime rates in certain counties.