Allentown, Pennsylvania has a relatively high crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to the latest statistics, the city's violent crime rate stands at 26.6, which is higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Allentown are more likely to experience incidents of violence, such as assault and robbery, than the average American. Additionally, the city's property crime rate is also above the national average at 43.6, compared to the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. It is clear that Allentown is facing significant challenges in terms of maintaining public safety and addressing crime in the community.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Allentown violent crime is 26.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Allentown property crime is 43.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.