Ross County Crime & Safety
Ross County, Ohio
FBI UCRSafety Score
12/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
High Crime
Total Crime Rate
2627.4
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
187.1
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
2440.3
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
12/100
Higher = safer
State avg 51/100
State Safety Rank
#83
of 88 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Ross County, Ohio
Ross County Exceeds National Crime Averages
Ross County reports a total crime rate of 2627.4 per 100,000, which is higher than the national average of 2,385.5. This results in a safety score of 95.9.
Higher Crime Activity Relative to Ohio
The county's total crime rate is nearly double the Ohio average of 1412.3. Consequently, its safety score of 95.9 is lower than the state average of 97.8.
Regional Comparison with Southern Ohio
Ross County has a higher crime rate than neighboring Pike (1060.7) and Pickaway (1844.9). This suggests a more active local crime environment than seen in adjacent counties.
Property Crime is the Major Driver
Property crime in Ross County is high at 2440.3 per 100K, exceeding the national property crime average. Violent crime is 187.1 per 100K, which is slightly above the state average.
Defend Your Property and Peace of Mind
Given the high property crime rate, securing your home is essential. Use high-quality locks, motion sensors, and security cameras to protect your family and belongings.
Crime Advisory: Ross County
Safety Verdict
Ross County has a safety score of 12/100, indicating a higher crime area with elevated overall crime (2627.4 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 187.1 per 100K and property crime at 2440.3 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime dominates.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 2 law enforcement agencies in Ross County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Ohio, total crime is 86% above the Ohio average and its safety score is 40 points below 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.