Copiah County Crime & Safety

Copiah County, Mississippi

Safety 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 63/100

State Safety Rank

of 82 counties (1 = safest)

Data Story

About Crime & Safety in Copiah County, Mississippi

Copiah County Data Profile

Copiah County shows a perfect safety score of 100.0, though the reported crime rate is 0.0 per 100K. This likely indicates a period of limited reporting rather than a total absence of crime.

Leading the State Averages

The county's safety score of 100.0 sits above the state average of 98.4. Four agencies contribute to the reporting pool, though current data shows no recorded incidents for the period.

Comparing Reported Data Locally

Copiah’s reported zero rate is much lower than Covington County’s 1,233.4. While the data is low, residents should look to surrounding trends for a complete safety picture.

Limited Data in the Breakdown

Both violent and property crime rates are currently listed at 0.0 per 100K. This reflects the specific data provided by reporting agencies for the 2022 year.

Stay Vigilant Despite the Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Copiah County, MS?

Copiah County has a total crime rate of 0.0 per 100,000 residents, based on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. This includes both violent crimes (0.0 per 100K) and property crimes (0.0 per 100K).

Is Copiah County, MS safe?

Copiah County has a safety score of 98/100, rated "Safe". A higher safety score indicates lower crime rates relative to other counties nationwide. It ranks #4 out of 82 counties in Mississippi for safety (1 = safest).

How does Copiah County crime compare to the Mississippi average?

The county's safety score of 100.0 sits above the state average of 98.4. Four agencies contribute to the reporting pool, though current data shows no recorded incidents for the period.

What types of crime are most common in Copiah County?

Both violent and property crime rates are currently listed at 0.0 per 100K. This reflects the specific data provided by reporting agencies for the 2022 year.

How is crime data measured and reported for Copiah County?

Crime data for Copiah 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 Copiah County safer than the Mississippi average?

Copiah County has a safety score of 98/100, which is above the Mississippi average of 63/100. Factors such as local law enforcement effectiveness, community programs, socioeconomic conditions, and population density all contribute to lower crime rates in certain counties.