Jonesboro, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Jonesboro Police Department serves the city of Jonesboro, AR in Craighead County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 10,705 violent crimes and 13,720 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 241.3 per 100k residents, which is 127.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 273.6 per 100k, 67.3% above the national average. The most common offense was Property 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 Rate241.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10,705 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents393 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate1.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents245 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,124 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate273.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents13,720 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate79.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents4,750 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate166.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents7,950 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents964 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 241.3 | F | 10705 | 106.2 | +127.2% |
| Property Crime | 273.6 | F | 13720 | 163.6 | +67.3% |
| Rape | 6.2 | F | 393 | 3.5 | +75.9% |
| Robbery | 1.2 | A | 245 | 5.8 | -78.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.1 | F | 2124 | 22.3 | +62.1% |
| Burglary | 79.6 | F | 4750 | 24.0 | +231.3% |
| Larceny | 166.7 | D | 7950 | 116.4 | +43.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.1 | C | 964 | 22.2 | +17.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caraway | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lake City | 4 miles | A 37.8 | B 113.3 | Violent: 84.4% lower Property: 58.6% lower |
| Bay | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 55.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 79.8% lower |
| Monette | 4 miles | C 124.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 48.5% lower Property: N/A |
| Bono | 4 miles | F 388.8 | C 176.7 | Violent: 61.1% higher Property: 35.4% lower |