Letcher, KY County has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States, with a violent crime rate of only 7.5 per 1,000 residents. This is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, property crime is slightly higher in Letcher County, with a rate of 13.8 compared to the national average of 35.4. Despite these statistics, it is important to note that any crime is still a serious issue and can have a significant impact on the community. Law enforcement in Letcher County works tirelessly to prevent and solve crimes, ensuring the safety and well-being of its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Letcher County violent crime is 7.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Letcher County property crime is 13.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Letcher, Kentucky does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Bristol, Virginia. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Bristol, Kentucky. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.