Paducah, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Paducah Police Department serves the city of Paducah, KY in Mccracken County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,520 violent crimes and 4,777 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 187.3 per 100k residents, which is 76.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 213.6 per 100k, 30.5% 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 18 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 Rate187.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,520 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate11.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents195 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate213.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,777 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate7.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents443 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate194.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,956 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate11.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents347 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 187.3 | F | 3520 | 106.2 | +76.4% |
| Property Crime | 213.6 | D | 4777 | 163.6 | +30.5% |
| Rape | 3.8 | C | 141 | 3.5 | +6.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 11.2 | A | 195 | 22.3 | -49.5% |
| Burglary | 7.5 | A | 443 | 24.0 | -68.8% |
| Larceny | 194.8 | F | 3956 | 116.4 | +67.4% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 11.2 | A | 347 | 22.2 | -49.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 18 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bardwell | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Mayfield | 22 miles | C 101.5 | B 131.9 | Violent: 45.8% lower Property: 38.2% lower |
| Calvert City | 24 miles | B 79.5 | A 79.5 | Violent: 57.6% lower Property: 62.8% lower |
| Benton | 24 miles | A 42.0 | A 84.0 | Violent: 77.6% lower Property: 60.7% lower |
| Clinton | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |