Paris, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Paris Police Department serves the city of Paris, KY in Bourbon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 620 violent crimes and 778 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 129.8 per 100k residents, which is 22.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 149.7 per 100k, 8.5% 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 2 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 DAnnual Rate129.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents620 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate20.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents58 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate149.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents778 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate49.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents110 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate69.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents592 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate29.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents74 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 129.8 | D | 620 | 106.2 | +22.2% |
| Property Crime | 149.7 | C | 778 | 163.6 | -8.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 20.0 | B | 58 | 22.3 | -10.3% |
| Burglary | 49.9 | F | 110 | 24.0 | +107.7% |
| Larceny | 69.9 | A | 592 | 116.4 | -40.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 29.9 | D | 74 | 22.2 | +35.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millersburg | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Carlisle | 14 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cynthiana | 17 miles | D 138.6 | B 138.6 | Violent: 6.8% higher Property: 7.4% lower |
| Lexington | 18 miles | B 94.7 | D 223.8 | Violent: 27.0% lower Property: 49.4% higher |
| Winchester | 18 miles | C 104.5 | D 256.1 | Violent: 19.4% lower Property: 71.1% higher |