Crime & Safety in Monroe
Monroe's real, disclosed crime picture runs genuinely high, and this record states it plainly rather than softening it.
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Learn moreA real, substantially elevated crime rate
NeighborhoodScout's own 2026 figures place Monroe's overall crime rate at approximately 76 per 1,000 residents (a D- crime grade), approximately 203% above the national average.
Vehicle theft and robbery run especially high
Vehicle theft ran approximately 256% above the national average, and robbery approximately 181% above -- two of the most elevated specific crime categories NeighborhoodScout tracked.
Among the top 100 most dangerous U.S. cities
NeighborhoodScout separately lists Monroe among the top 100 most dangerous U.S. cities of any size -- confirm current, address-specific crime data directly with local law enforcement before relocating.
Key takeaways
- Monroe's overall crime rate (203% above the national average, D- grade) runs genuinely high.
- Vehicle theft (256% above average) and robbery (181% above average) run especially elevated.
- Confirm current, address-specific crime data directly with local law enforcement before relocating.
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