Amherst, ME has a lower crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent data, the violent crime rate in Amherst is 7.6, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in Amherst is 23.5, also lower than the US average of 35.4. This information may suggest that Amherst is a relatively safe community to live in. However, it is important to note that any amount of crime is still cause for concern. Residents should continue to be vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Amherst violent crime is 7.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Amherst property crime is 23.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Amherst, Maine does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Eddington, Maine. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Eddington, Maine. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.