Trenton, NJ has unfortunately gained a reputation for high crime rates, especially when compared to the rest of the United States. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Trenton is at a staggering 61.6, while the average for the entire country is 22.7. This means that residents of Trenton are more than twice as likely to experience violent crime compared to the rest of the US. Property crime is also a significant issue in Trenton, with a rate of 37.9 compared to the national average of 35.4. These alarming numbers paint a picture of a city struggling with crime and its consequences. However, it is important to note that these statistics are just a part of the larger context of Trenton and do not define the community and its people.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Trenton violent crime is 61.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Trenton property crime is 37.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.