Jim Thorpe, PA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Jim Thorpe Police Department serves the city of Jim Thorpe, PA in Carbon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 61 violent crimes and 150 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 43.8 per 100k residents, which is 58.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 43.8 per 100k, 73.2% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. 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 Rate43.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents61 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents42 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate43.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents150 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate43.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents129 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 43.8 | A | 61 | 106.2 | -58.8% |
| Property Crime | 43.8 | A | 150 | 163.6 | -73.2% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.9 | C | 42 | 22.3 | -1.6% |
| Larceny | 43.8 | A | 129 | 116.4 | -62.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lansford | 3 miles | C 119.9 | A 48.0 | Violent: 173.8% higher Property: 9.5% higher |
| Lehighton | 3 miles | F 170.3 | C 170.3 | Violent: 288.9% higher Property: 288.9% higher |
| Kidder Township | 3 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Weissport | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Nesquehoning | 4 miles | A 59.6 | A 89.3 | Violent: 36.0% higher Property: 104.0% higher |