GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Report: Arkansas Crime Rate Statistics

Last Updated: June 22, 2024

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In this post, we examine the latest statistics surrounding crime rates in Arkansas, shedding light on key figures such as the state’s violent and property crime rates, specific incidents in cities like Little Rock, and the distribution of crime across urban and rural areas. The data presents a comprehensive overview of the state’s criminal landscape, highlighting trends, prevalence of certain crimes, and the economic impact on Arkansans.

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"As of 2021, Arkansas's violent crime rate was 3.72 per 1,000 residents"

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"Arkansas has a property crime rate of 30.22 per 1,000 residents"

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"In 2020, Little Rock had a reported 131 cases of rape"

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"There were 8,132 reported cases of larceny-theft in 2020 in Little Rock"

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"The chance of becoming a victim of violent crime in Arkansas is 1 in 406"

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"The state's crime rates are lower in suburban and rural areas compared to urban centers"

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"Approximately 43% of all crimes reported in Arkansas are related to burglary or theft"

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"In 2019, the vehicle theft rate in Arkansas was around 238.4 per 100,000 inhabitants"

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"In 2018, the chances of becoming a victim of property crime in Pine Bluff were 1 in 11"

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"In 2018, Fort Smith had an overall crime rate of 7,476 per 100,000 residents"

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"In 2019, Arkansas ranked 3rd for the highest aggravated assault rates in the United States"

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"Crime in aggregate cost Arkansans an estimated $3.7 billion in 2020"

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"As of 2020, Arkansas's incarceration rate was 570 per 100,000 people"

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"Arkansas’s overall crime rate of 543.6 for every 100,000 people was the second highest in the country in 2018"

In conclusion, the statistics reveal that Arkansas faces significant challenges with its crime rates, particularly in terms of violent and property crime. Urban centers such as Little Rock have reported high numbers of specific crimes like rape and larceny-theft. The data also highlights disparities between suburban, rural, and urban areas, with lower crime rates observed in the former. Alarmingly, Arkansas ranks among the highest in the country for aggravated assault rates and overall crime rates, resulting in substantial economic costs to its residents. Measures to address these issues, such as targeted crime prevention initiatives and community engagement, are crucial to improving public safety in the state.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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