Baltimore City, located in Maryland County, has been facing high levels of crime in recent years. With a violent crime rate of 77.8, almost four times higher than the national average, the city has gained a reputation for being one of the most dangerous places in the United States. This is a concerning statistic, especially for residents who have to live with the constant fear of being a victim of a violent crime. In addition, the property crime rate in Baltimore City is also significantly higher than the national average at 67.6. This means that residents not only have to worry about their personal safety, but also the security of their belongings. These alarming crime rates paint a grim picture of Baltimore City and highlight the need for effective measures to address the issue of crime in the county.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Baltimore City County violent crime is 77.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Baltimore City County property crime is 67.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Baltimore City, Maryland does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Newark, New Jersey. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Newark, Maryland. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.