The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Clarksdale, MS: Crime Maps and Statistics

D+

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	C+
Property Crime Grade	C-
Other Crime Grade	D

Which crimes are included?

$7.74 million

Cost of Crime™ for Clarksdale, MS

In 2025, crime will cost $1,206 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Clarksdale in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Clarksdale, MS Safe?

The D+ grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly higher than that of the average US city. Clarksdale ranks in the 31st percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 31% of cities but less safe than 69%. This analysis applies only to Clarksdale's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Clarksdale is 31.60 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Clarksdale Residents generally consider the west part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Clarksdale varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 21 in the south neighborhoods to 1 in 51 in the west.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the east parts of Clarksdale, MS see the most incidents - about 90 per year. In contrast, the southwest part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 24 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Clarksdale, MS

The total projected cost of crime in Clarksdale for 2025 is $7,744,481. This translates to approximately $512 per resident and $1,206 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 2.2% of the median household income in Clarksdale. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 52.1%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 36.6%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 11.2%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Clarksdale Compared to Other Cities?

Clarksdale, MS:	$512
Fayette, MS:	$635
Gulf Hills, MS:	$124
Mississippi:	$270
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Clarksdale is $512 per year, which is $48 more than the national average and $242 more than Mississippi's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Clarksdale:

In Fayette, MS, crime costs $635 per person, which is $124 more than in Clarksdale.
In Gulf Hills, MS, crime costs $124 per person, which is $388 less than in Clarksdale

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Clarksdale for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.

Crime	Cost to Clarksdale	Cost per Clarksdale Resident
Murder	$3.08 million	$204
Rape/Sexual Assault	$330,827	$22
Robbery	$128,753	$9
Assault	$908,050	$60
Kidnapping	$57,493	$4
Vehicle Theft	$610,127	$40
Burglary	$416,982	$28
Theft	$849,706	$56
Arson	$23,116	$2
Vandalism	$628,674	$42
Animal Cruelty	$11,136	$1
Drug Crimes	$670,052	$44
Identity Theft	$29,656	$2
Total Cost of Crime	$7,744,481	$512

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Clarksdale, MS

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Clarksdale totals $22,239,932 ($1,470 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $29,984,413 ($1,982 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Clarksdale crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the central part of the city has more retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas, of which Clarksdale has 3, have the same problem. Of Clarksdale’s 15,129 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Clarksdale, MS at ISP Reports.

Clarksdale Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Clarksdale residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	2.090
Robbery	0.2706
Rape	0.3606
Murder	0.1083
Total Violent Crime	2.829 (C+)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	10.84
Vehicle Theft	2.604
Burglary	3.039
Arson	0.0633
Total Property Crime	16.55 (C-)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.0627
Drug Crimes	5.987
Vandalism	5.817
Identity Theft	0.2533
Animal Cruelty	0.0995
Total "Other" Rate	12.22 (D)

Individual Clarksdale Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Clarksdale is similar. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Clarksdale.

Nearby City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Lyon, MS	D+	C+	D+
King and Anderson, MS	C+	A	C
Lurand, MS	D	C+	D
Boone, MS	C	B+	C-
Farrell, MS	D	C+	D
Sherard, MS	D+	B-	D+
Counts, MS	B-	A	B-
Mattson, MS	C+	A	B-
Alligator, MS	D-	B-	D-
Vance, MS	D	B-	D

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Clarksdale is similar versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Fair Oaks, GA	D	D-	D-
University Heights, OH	D	C-	C-
Troy, IL	A+	A+	A+
Eight Mile, AL	C	D+	D+
El Campo, TX	D	C-	C-
Elk City, OK	D-	D-	D-
Trinity, NC	C	C-	C-
Ellwood City, PA	B-	B	B
Englewood, OH	B-	A	A
Townsend, DE	C+	B	B

Considering only the crime rate, Clarksdale is less safe than the Mississippi state average and as safe as the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Clarksdale, MS average SchoolGrade of F, with 10% actual proficiency versus 16% projected; overall, schools underperform expectations. See Clarksdale schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 18 hours 19 minutes in Clarksdale. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Clarksdale, MS

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.