Located in the small town of Penobscot, Maine, crime rates have been relatively low compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Penobscot is at 8.1, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. This can be attributed to the tight-knit community where residents look out for one another and the low population density. However, property crime rates in Penobscot are slightly higher at 25.3, but still lower than the US average of 35.4. This may be due to the rural nature of the town, making it easier for thieves to target homes and businesses. Overall, while there is still crime present in Penobscot, it is at a much lower rate compared to other areas in the country.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Penobscot violent crime is 8.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Penobscot property crime is 25.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Penobscot, Maine does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Searsport, Maine. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Searsport, Maine. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.