Beulah, MS Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 87% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Beulah Safe?
Not really — crime is above the national average
Neighborhood choice matters significantly. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
Beulah has a crime rate that is 48% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 237.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 237
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
11% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 65
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
15% lower than national average
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Beulah Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
139 | +39% | Moderate | |
|
Assault
|
127 | +27% | Moderate | |
|
Robbery
|
36 | -64% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
146 | +46% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
212 | +112% | High | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
58 | -42% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Beulah Crime Map
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Beulah Crime by Zip Code
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Beulah Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Beulah, MS?
Beulah, MS has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 48% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 237 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 65 chance for property crime. Beulah has higher crime than 87% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Beulah, MS safe to live in?
Beulah has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Beulah is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Beulah?
The estimated violent crime rate in Beulah is 422.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 11% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 237 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 6.9 per 100K (39% above average); aggravated assault at 339.6 per 100K (27% above average); robbery at 26.7 per 100K (64% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Beulah?
The estimated property crime rate in Beulah is 1,549.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 15% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 65 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 572.7 per 100K (112% above average); larceny/theft at 811.5 per 100K (42% below average); vehicle theft at 165.3 per 100K (48% below average).
How does Beulah crime compare to the national average?
Beulah's overall crime rate is 48% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (112% above average), while robbery is 64% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Beulah has higher crime than 87% of them.
Is Beulah safe to visit?
Visitors to Beulah should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 15% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Beulah crime compare to the rest of Mississippi?
Mississippi as a whole has crime that is 18% above the national average. Beulah's crime rate is 48% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical Mississippi city.
What type of crime is most common in Beulah?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Beulah, with an estimated rate of 811.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 42% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,550 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (422 per 100K) in Beulah, which is consistent with national trends.