Baltimore, MD Crime


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In Baltimore, MD, crime rates have been a significant issue for many years. According to , the city's violent crime rate stands at 77.8, nearly four times the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Additionally, property crime in Baltimore is also significantly higher than the national average, with a rate of 67.6 compared to 35.4. These crimes involve theft, burglary, and arson. The high levels of crime in Baltimore have had a profound impact on the city, leading to a sense of fear and insecurity among its residents. It has also put a strain on law enforcement resources and efforts to improve the city's overall safety. Despite these challenges, local authorities are continuously working to address the root causes of crime and reduce its prevalence in Baltimore.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Baltimore violent crime is 77.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Baltimore property crime is 67.6. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Baltimore, MD Crime History
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Washington, DC  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock362019
Philadelphia, PA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock922018
New York, NY  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1702019
Columbus, OH  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock3422019
Boston, MA  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock3592019

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Bronx, Queens, Brooklyn , Detroit and the list goes on were all very bad 20 years ago . If you have a chance to visit them now . You'll wish you had moved in to those  More

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Over 4 years ago

Came to Balt a less, ended up balting a more. In all seriousness, its an okay  More

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I've lived in Baltimore, MD all of my life. I remember when Jobs were plentiful, food was to die for, the city was very diverse. After the 80's and drugs entered the  More

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