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55%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
61%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
54%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleParma/100k peopleOhio/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime825n/a (estimate)1,0432,0762,324
Murder2n/a2.56.16.3
Rape18n/a22.848.440.0
Robbery15n/a19.053.166.1
Assault79n/a99.9185.9268.2
Violent crime114n/a (estimate)144294370
Burglary80n/a101.1255.3269.8
Theft490n/a619.51,292.91,401.9
Vehicle theft141n/a178.3234.5282.7
Property crime711n/a (estimate)8991,7831,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Parma, OH

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Parma crime rate is 55.1% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Parma, there were 114 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 144 per 100,000 individuals, 61% lower than the national average. Additionally, Parma recorded 711 property crimes, amounting to 899 per 100,000 residents, 54% lower than the U.S. average.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Parma?

What do the local residents think about crime in Parma? Well, based on a recent survey of 31 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 55% of Parma residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 45% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Parma a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Parma, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Parma presents a total crime rate that is 55% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Parma experiences an average of 2.26 daily crimes, comprising 0.31 violent incidents and 1.95 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Parma Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Parma has increased by 18.9% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Parma is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 8.1%, while property crime has increased by 24.7%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Parma.

Potential Causes for Crime in Parma

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Parma, 85.7% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

The median home price in Parma is $118,600, compared to the national average of $184,700. High housing costs can lead to financial stress for residents. When individuals struggle to make ends meet due to expensive housing, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities to address their financial difficulties, such as theft or fraud. Communities with stable housing environments tend to foster stronger social bonds and community engagement. This can lead to increased vigilance and cooperation among residents, which can deter criminal behavior.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Parma, the average rental rates are $882 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Parma crime map



The Parma crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Parma as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Parma crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Parma crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Parma crime rates are 55% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Parma are 61% lower than the national average
      • In Parma you have a 1 in 96 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Parma is safer than 67% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Parma has increased by 17%

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        Daily Crime In Parma (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Parma, OH per 100,000 people. In Parma, the total number of daily crimes is 1.99 times less than the Ohio average and 2.23 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Parma is 2.04 times less than the Ohio average and 2.57 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Parma has a daily crime rate that is 1.98 times less than the Ohio average and 2.17 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Parma (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Ohio and all other cities across the US, is Parma safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Parma is safer than 56% of other cities in the state of Ohio. In addition, Parma is safer than 67% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Ohio and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Parma. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Parma is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Parma

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Parma is 1 in 694
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Parma is 1 in 112
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Parma is 1 in 96
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Parma, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 694. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 112 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Parma is 1 in 96.

        Year Over Year Crime In Parma (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Parma is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Parma has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 10% in Parma, while property crimes in Parma have increased by 22%. Total crime has increased by 17% year over year.

        Parma police department

        Item Parma Ohio National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)15217,044558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residentsn/a2.73.3

        Sex offenders in Ohio

        State Total offenders Ohio /100K National /100K
        Ohio17,872156266
        There are a total of 17,872 sex offenders in Ohio. This yields a total of 156 sex offenders in Ohio per 100,000 residents which is 41% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Broadview Heights, OH19,19510144154
        Boston Heights, OH1,19441250292
        Valley View, OH2,07543259302
        Glenwillow, OH93350303352
        Bay Village, OH15,25844322366
        Brecksville, OH13,52130356386
        Orange, OH3,26956340396
        Parma, OH78,6231448991,043

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        Pharr, TX78,6892601,5251,785
        Flower Mound, TX78,85447777824
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        Parma, OH78,6231448991,043
        Source: The Parma, OH crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.