Very Safe · Population: 129,724
Fort Smith, Arkansas is one of the safer cities in the US, with a safety score of 70/100. The violent crime rate of 468.1 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 129,724, Fort Smith reported 607 violent crimes and 2,491 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 9 per 100K |
| Rape | 45.1 per 100K |
| Robbery | 152.1 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 262 per 100K |
| Burglary | 309.8 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,185.9 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 424.8 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 607 |
| Property Crimes | 2,491 |
| Total Crimes | 3,098 |
With a safety score of 70/100, Fort Smith is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 80% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.