Paragould, AR Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Paragould Police Department serves the city of Paragould, AR in Greene County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 5,290 violent crimes and 6,093 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 236.5 per 100k residents, which is 122.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 328.5 per 100k, 100.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. 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 Rate236.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,290 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate16.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents157 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate42.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents1,566 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate328.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents6,093 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate42.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents845 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate259.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,717 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents514 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 236.5 | F | 5290 | 106.2 | +122.7% |
| Property Crime | 328.5 | F | 6093 | 163.6 | +100.8% |
| Rape | 16.4 | F | 157 | 3.5 | +364.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 42.7 | F | 1566 | 22.3 | +91.9% |
| Burglary | 42.7 | F | 845 | 24.0 | +77.7% |
| Larceny | 259.5 | F | 4717 | 116.4 | +123.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.3 | C | 514 | 22.2 | +18.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marmaduke | 11 miles | F 328.9 | A 82.2 | Violent: 39.1% higher Property: 75.0% lower |
| Corning | 19 miles | A 32.2 | A 96.5 | Violent: 86.4% lower Property: 70.6% lower |
| Caraway | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lake City | 20 miles | A 37.8 | B 113.3 | Violent: 84.0% lower Property: 65.5% lower |
| Bay | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 55.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 83.1% lower |