Miami-Dade County, located in the southeastern part of Florida, has seen a high level of crime in recent years. According to statistical data, the county has a violent crime rate of 29, which is significantly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, rape, and assault. Additionally, the property crime rate in Miami-Dade County is at 56.5, almost double the national average of 35.4. These numbers paint a concerning picture of the safety and security of the county's residents. Factors such as poverty, drug trafficking, and gang activity are often cited as contributing to the high crime rates in Miami-Dade. Despite efforts by law enforcement and community members to address these issues, the county continues to struggle with crime. It is essential for authorities to continue working towards creating a safer environment for the residents of Miami-Dade County.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Miami-Dade County violent crime is 29.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Miami-Dade County property crime is 56.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Miami-Dade, Florida does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Jacksonville, Florida. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Jacksonville, Florida. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.