Lamar, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Lamar Police Department serves the city of Lamar, AR in Johnson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 70 violent crimes and 94 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 228.8 per 100k residents, which is 115.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 343.3 per 100k, 109.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime 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 Rate228.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents70 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate343.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate57.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate286.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 228.8 | F | 70 | 106.2 | +115.5% |
| Property Crime | 343.3 | F | 94 | 163.6 | +109.8% |
| Burglary | 57.2 | F | 11 | 24.0 | +138.1% |
| Larceny | 286.0 | F | 81 | 116.4 | +145.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarksville | 7 miles | D 165.8 | C 165.8 | Violent: 27.6% lower Property: 51.7% lower |
| Ozark | 24 miles | D 168.4 | A 28.1 | Violent: 26.4% lower Property: 91.8% lower |
| Charleston | 24 miles | D 150.7 | A 75.4 | Violent: 34.1% lower Property: 78.0% lower |
| Altus | 24 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 149.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 56.6% lower |
| Atkins | 26 miles | C 104.3 | A 69.6 | Violent: 54.4% lower Property: 79.7% lower |