Violent Crime Rates by State (per 100,000 inhabitants in 2019)

ByBrian Bateman

In 2019, the overall violent crime rate in the United States was 366.7 incidents per 100,000 inhabitants. This represented a slight decrease from the previous year, continuing a general trend of declining violent crime rates​ (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting)​​ (Federal Bureau of Investigation)​.

Here are the violent crime rates for each state in 2019:

  • Alabama: 519.6
  • Alaska: 867.1
  • Arizona: 455.3
  • Arkansas: 543.6
  • California: 441.2
  • Colorado: 381.0
  • Connecticut: 183.6
  • Delaware: 422.6
  • Florida: 383.6
  • Georgia: 326.6
  • Hawaii: 263.3
  • Idaho: 243.2
  • Illinois: 404.1
  • Indiana: 382.3
  • Iowa: 250.7
  • Kansas: 405.0
  • Kentucky: 232.0
  • Louisiana: 549.5
  • Maine: 115.2
  • Maryland: 441.0
  • Massachusetts: 328.3
  • Michigan: 419.0
  • Minnesota: 220.0
  • Mississippi: 276.6
  • Missouri: 495.0
  • Montana: 365.0
  • Nebraska: 304.3
  • Nevada: 508.2
  • New Hampshire: 146.4
  • New Jersey: 195.4
  • New Mexico: 832.2
  • New York: 350.5
  • North Carolina: 372.4
  • North Dakota: 288.1
  • Ohio: 308.8
  • Oklahoma: 466.1
  • Oregon: 285.5
  • Pennsylvania: 306.5
  • Rhode Island: 205.6
  • South Carolina: 494.8
  • South Dakota: 404.7
  • Tennessee: 595.2
  • Texas: 417.4
  • Utah: 239.1
  • Vermont: 169.0
  • Virginia: 200.5
  • Washington: 294.6
  • West Virginia: 317.0
  • Wisconsin: 320.1
  • Wyoming: 238.6

The rates provided reflect a range of influences including economic conditions, law enforcement practices, and demographic factors. For a detailed breakdown and further context, refer to the FBI’s annual crime reports and related data on USAFacts​ (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting)​​ (Federal Bureau of Investigation)​​ (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting)​.

Author, Social Critic, Public Intellectual, and Educator

Author, Social Critic, Public Intellectual, and Educator

I’m Brian Bateman, a Wisconsin native with a passion for helping people navigate today’s complex information landscape. My goal is simple: to distinguish fact from fiction and promote clarity in a world filled with noise. I’m driven by a commitment to honesty, integrity, and accountability in both public discourse and personal actions.

With a background in computer science and a keen focus on data analysis, I’ve made it my mission to break down political claims and societal issues in a way that’s clear and grounded in evidence. I believe people deserve access to reliable information, free from manipulation or hidden agendas.

While I am critical of behaviors that harm society—like dishonesty, exploitation, and environmental degradation—my critiques come from a strong desire for fairness and transparency. I believe in holding everyone, from individuals to institutions, accountable for their actions. I support policies that protect our environment, ensure justice, and promote a fair economy where everyone contributes their fair share, including billionaires and corporations.

Through my work, I strive to give readers the tools to recognize misinformation and hold public figures accountable for their words and actions. I hope to empower individuals to make informed choices, foster transparency, and ultimately contribute to a more just and truthful society.

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