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43%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
42%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
43%
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 peopleWhite Hall/100k peopleArkansas/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime74n/a (estimate)1,3263,0972,324
Murder0n/a0.010.26.3
Rape2n/a35.876.040.0
Robbery0n/a0.039.766.1
Assault10n/a179.2519.4268.2
Violent crime12n/a (estimate)215645370
Burglary22n/a394.3466.4269.8
Theft32n/a573.61,734.41,401.9
Vehicle theft8n/a143.4250.7282.7
Property crime62n/a (estimate)1,1112,4521,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in White Hall, AR

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the White Hall crime rate is lower than the national average by 42.9%. Specifically, there were 12 violent crimes in White Hall, equivalent to 215 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 41.8%. Furthermore, White Hall recorded 62 property crimes, amounting to 1111 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 43.1%.

In the most recently reported crime year, White Hall registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

Is White Hall a Safe Place to Live?

Is White Hall a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, White Hall has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 43%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.2 daily incidents, encompassing 0.03 violent crimes and 0.17 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of White Hall as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in White Hall Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in White Hall has increased by 12.1% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not White Hall 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 7.7%, while property crime has increased by 17%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in White Hall.

Potential Causes for Crime in White Hall

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower White Hall crime rate. The poverty level in White Hall is 11.8%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In White Hall, the current unemployment rate stands at 1.2%, diverging from the national average of 4.7%. The availability of job opportunities is a pivotal factor influencing unemployment and underemployment rates. Communities where individuals contend with limited employment prospects or a preponderance of low-wage positions may witness elevated rates of joblessness and income inadequacy, which can contribute to heightened crime levels driven by financial insecurity. Conversely, areas characterized by robust employment rates often experience a reduction in overall White Hall crime rates.

In White Hall, the cost of living is 6.18% lower than the national average. A substantial cost of living can burden residents, particularly those with constrained financial means. When individuals contend with steep housing expenses, grocery bills, utility costs, healthcare and essential needs that strain their budgets, they may turn to criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities characterized by a more affordable cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, which could potentially lead to decreased crime rates.

White Hall crime map



The White Hall crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in White Hall 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 White Hall crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the White Hall 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

      • White Hall crime rates are 43% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in White Hall are 42% lower than the national average
      • In White Hall you have a 1 in 76 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • White Hall is safer than 53% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in White Hall has decreased by 3%

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        Daily Crime In White Hall (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in White Hall, AR per 100,000 people. In White Hall, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 2.33 times less than the Arkansas average and 1.75 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in White Hall is 3.00 times less than the Arkansas average and 1.72 times less than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, White Hall has a daily crime rate that is 2.21 times less than the Arkansas average and 1.76 times less than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is White Hall (higher is better)

        How safe is White Hall, Arkansas compared to other cities in Arkansas and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that White Hall is safer than 74% of the cities in Arkansas and 53% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Arkansas and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than White Hall. Overall, White Hall is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in White Hall

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in White Hall is 1 in 465
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in White Hall is 1 in 90
        The chance of being a victim of crime in White Hall is 1 in 76
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in White Hall, Arkansas? If you reside in White Hall, then there is a 1 in 465 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 90. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 76 risk that you will become a victim of crime in White Hall.

        Year Over Year Crime In White Hall (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether White Hall is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in White Hall has decreased by 20%, while the property crime rate in White Hall has increased by 1% year over year. The number of total crimes in White Hall has decreased by 3% year over year.

        White Hall police department

        Item White Hall Arkansas National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)165,164558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.92.93.3
        There are a total of 16 White Hall police officers. This results in 2.9 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 0.5% less than the Arkansas average and 9.8% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Arkansas

        State Total offenders Arkansas /100K National /100K
        Arkansas8,875323266
        There are a total of 8,875 sex offenders in Arkansas. This yields a total of 323 sex offenders in Arkansas per 100,000 residents which is 21% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Altheimer, AR7723261,2381,564
        Redfield, AR1,3277291,1941,923
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        Sulphur Springs city, AR3978793,3434,222
        Sherrill, AR2851,0183,8714,889
        Pine Bluff, AR42,3231,6285,1206,749
        White Hall, AR5,0172151,1111,326

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        Source: The White Hall, AR 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.