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Is Troy, Ohio Safe?

Population 27,344 · Safer than 28% of US cities

Improving· 2023 FBI UCR data

Troy is a smaller community of 27,344 people with a C- safety grade. Crime runs well below the national average for violent offenses, and the overall rate sits at 233.8 per 1,000. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,891 per 100K.

Troy Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricTroyOhio AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate215.0312.4363.8
Property Crime Rate2122.92033.51,832.3
Murder Rate4.0--5.7
Assault Rate123.0--268.2
Theft Rate1891.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate289.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyC-

233.8 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeB-

215/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD+

2123/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Troy

Violent crime in Troy is well below the national average. The rate of 215.0 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2122.9 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,891 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Troy Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder4
070% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault123
046% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery30
047% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary313
01.2x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,891
01.3x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft289
091% of avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Troy Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Troy
215.0
State
312.4
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Troy
2122.9
State
2033.5
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Troy Safety

Is Troy safe?
Not especially. Troy earns a C- with a crime rate of 233.8 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs well below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in Troy?
233.8 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 215.0 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2122.9 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Troy safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. Troy's C- grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,891 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Troy?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Troy generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Troy police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Troy?
No. Crime in Troy has been trending down, which is good news for the C--rated city.
How does Troy compare to other cities in Ohio?
Below average for the state. Troy ranks behind about 68% of Ohio cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.2x the national rate.
How safe is Troy to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is well below the national average, which is encouraging. Crime has been dropping, which helps.
How bad is crime in Troy?
Bad. A C- grade and 233.8 per-thousand rate put Troy below 72% of US cities. Violent crime at 215 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in Troy?
215.0 per 100,000, which is 41% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (123), robbery (30), and murder (4.0) per 100,000.

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2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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