Hazard, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Hazard Police Department serves the city of Hazard, KY in Perry County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 246 violent crimes and 476 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 61.4 per 100k residents, which is 42.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 122.8 per 100k, 24.9% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 AAnnual Rate61.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents246 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate20.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents35 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate122.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents476 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate40.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents83 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate61.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents315 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents73 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 61.4 | A | 246 | 106.2 | -42.2% |
| Property Crime | 122.8 | B | 476 | 163.6 | -24.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.5 | C | 35 | 22.3 | -8.0% |
| Burglary | 40.9 | F | 83 | 24.0 | +70.3% |
| Larceny | 61.4 | A | 315 | 116.4 | -47.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.5 | C | 73 | 22.2 | -7.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyden | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pippa Passes | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Jenkins | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Fleming-Neon | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cumberland | 23 miles | D 166.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 171.3% higher Property: N/A |