Biloxi, MS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Biloxi Police Department serves the city of Biloxi, MS in Harrison County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,931 violent crimes and 7,844 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 190.0 per 100k residents, which is 78.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 345.4 per 100k, 111.1% 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 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 FAnnual Rate190.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,931 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents171 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents314 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate345.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,844 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate95.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,888 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate211.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,314 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate32.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents617 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 190.0 | F | 4931 | 106.2 | +78.9% |
| Property Crime | 345.4 | F | 7844 | 163.6 | +111.1% |
| Homicide | 2.2 | F | 17 | 0.5 | +305.4% |
| Rape | 2.2 | A | 98 | 3.5 | -38.9% |
| Robbery | 8.6 | D | 171 | 5.8 | +48.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.8 | A | 314 | 22.3 | -51.5% |
| Burglary | 95.0 | F | 1888 | 24.0 | +295.4% |
| Larceny | 211.6 | F | 5314 | 116.4 | +81.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 32.4 | D | 617 | 22.2 | +46.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D'Iberville | 2 miles | B 84.3 | F 449.6 | Violent: 55.6% lower Property: 30.2% higher |
| Long Beach | 11 miles | B 75.4 | A 46.4 | Violent: 60.3% lower Property: 86.6% lower |
| Pass Christian | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 62.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 81.8% lower |
| Gulfport | 11 miles | F 296.6 | F 387.2 | Violent: 56.1% higher Property: 12.1% higher |
| Gautier | 14 miles | C 116.0 | C 168.8 | Violent: 38.9% lower Property: 51.1% lower |