Hopkinsville, KY has safety grade D, a population of about 31,052, an overall crime rate near 1,813 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Hopkinsville, KY is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Hopkinsville, KY for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Hopkinsville, KY
Hopkinsville, KY crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 7.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 10.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
7.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Hopkinsville, KY has moderate safety concerns with a C+ rating. Residents should remain aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (53.3% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
With 563 total incidents, Hopkinsville shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Comparison Insights
Hopkinsville demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Hopkinsville, KY Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US2137918, a total of 563 crimes were recorded. The most prevalent crime category is property crime, accounting for 300 incidents, followed by assault with 205 incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most frequent (151 incidents), followed by burglary/breaking & entering (44 incidents), stolen property offenses (47 incidents), destruction/damage/vandalism of property (41 incidents), and motor vehicle theft (17 incidents). Assault offenses account for a significant portion of the overall crime, with 205 incidents. Homicide is the least frequent, with 4 incidents, while robbery accounts for 16 incidents. Sex offenses account for 15 incidents, including 7 incidents of sex offenses and 8 incidents of kidnapping/abduction. The "others" category includes 23 incidents, comprising counterfeiting/forgery (2 incidents), bribery (1 incident), embezzlement (7 incidents), human trafficking (1 incident), and fraud offenses (12 incidents). To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional information is needed, such as the city and state associated with GEOID 16000US2137918, the population of that area, and the median income. With this information, we can calculate the crime rate per 100,000 population, which is a standard measure for comparing crime levels across different areas. We can also determine the violent crime rate (homicide, robbery, assault, and sex offenses) and the property crime rate. Furthermore, knowing the city and state would allow us to gather data for crime maps, zip codes, safety scores, and safety grades, providing a more detailed picture of the area's safety and security.
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Crime Map
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Safest Zip Codes
High Crime Zip Codes
40202
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Safety75.9
Per 1K76
Total Crimes40209
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Safety63.5
Per 1K64
Total Crimes40203
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Safety59.9
Per 1K60
Total Crimes40211
0
Safety54.4
Per 1K54
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FAQ about crime in Hopkinsville, KY
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Hopkinsville, KY.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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