Monroe, PA County has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States, with a violent crime rate of 10.6 and a property crime rate of 20.8. These figures, while still concerning, are significantly lower than the national averages of 22.7 for violent crime and 35.4 for property crime. However, this does not mean that crime is non-existent in Monroe. In recent years, the county has seen a rise in drug-related offenses and thefts, which are contributing factors to the property crime rate. Additionally, there have been a few high-profile violent crimes that have shaken the community. Overall, while Monroe, PA County may have lower crime rates than the national average, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and for law enforcement to continue their efforts in maintaining the safety and security of the county.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Monroe County violent crime is 10.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Monroe County property crime is 20.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Monroe, Pennsylvania does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.