Below Average · Population: 192,569
Hattiesburg, Mississippi is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 38/100. The violent crime rate of 457.7 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 192,569, Hattiesburg reported 881 violent crimes and 8,603 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 17 per 100K |
| Rape | 34.5 per 100K |
| Robbery | 137.6 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 268.6 per 100K |
| Burglary | 798.2 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,983.3 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 685.9 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 881 |
| Property Crimes | 8,602 |
| Total Crimes | 9,483 |
With a safety score of 38/100, Hattiesburg has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 91% 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.