In recent years, the city of Benton, AR has experienced a significant increase in violent crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Benton is 22.9, slightly higher than the national average of 22.7. This alarming trend has left residents feeling concerned and unsafe in their own community. However, it's not just violent crime that has been on the rise in Benton. Property crime, such as theft and burglary, has also seen a sharp increase with a rate of 57.3, compared to the national average of 35.4. These statistics serve as a wake-up call for the city to address the underlying issues and work towards creating a safer environment for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Benton violent crime is 22.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Benton property crime is 57.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.