Crime & Safety in New Iberia

New Iberia's own crime rate runs genuinely, substantially above most Louisiana communities -- disclosed honestly here rather than softened or omitted.

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A genuinely elevated crime rate

New Iberia's overall crime rate ran approximately 41 per 1,000 residents -- higher than more than 91% of Louisiana's own communities, per NeighborhoodScout.

Real, disclosed victimization odds

The chance of being a victim of violent crime ran approximately 1 in 100; property crime ran approximately 1 in 32 -- both real, disclosed figures this record does not soften.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.