Crime & Safety in Johnston
Johnston's crime data carries a real, disclosed tension this record does not resolve to a single, flattering narrative.
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Learn moreA favorable national comparison
City-Data cited a 2024 crime index of 96 for Johnston, characterized as "2.4 times lower than the U.S. average."
A less favorable in-state comparison
The SAME source directly discloses that Johnston's crime rate runs higher than 77% of Rhode Island's own cities and towns of all sizes.
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Key takeaways
- Johnston's crime data runs favorably on a national comparison, but less favorably against other Rhode Island towns.
- This record discloses both facets honestly rather than citing only the more flattering figure.
- Confirm current, address-specific crime data directly with local law enforcement.
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