Morristown, OH Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Morristown Safe?
Yes — Morristown is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Morristown has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 286.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 286
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
8% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 40
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
38% higher than national average
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Morristown 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
|
104 | +4% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
73 | -27% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
152 | +52% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
106 | +6% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
137 | +37% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
128 | +28% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
112 | +12% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Morristown Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Morristown, OH?
Morristown, OH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 286 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 40 chance for property crime. Morristown has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Morristown, OH safe to live in?
Morristown is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Morristown is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Morristown?
The estimated violent crime rate in Morristown is 350.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 8% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 286 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 5.2 per 100K (4% above average); aggravated assault at 196.7 per 100K (27% below average); robbery at 112.6 per 100K (52% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Morristown?
The estimated property crime rate in Morristown is 2,521.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 38% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 40 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 369.4 per 100K (37% above average); larceny/theft at 1,793.8 per 100K (28% above average); vehicle theft at 358.6 per 100K (12% above average).
How does Morristown crime compare to the national average?
Morristown's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (52% above average), while assault is 27% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Morristown has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Morristown safe to visit?
Morristown is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 38% above 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 Morristown crime compare to the rest of Ohio?
Ohio as a whole has crime that is 3% below the national average. Morristown's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical Ohio city.
What type of crime is most common in Morristown?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Morristown, with an estimated rate of 1,793.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 28% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,522 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (350 per 100K) in Morristown, which is consistent with national trends.