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Racial disparities in crime rates

The differences in crime rates between different racial groups and the factors that contribute to these disparities.

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Jan 19, 2026
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How do crime rates compare between different racial groups in the US?

Official statistics and academic studies show measurable differences in crime rates and criminal justice outcomes across racial and ethnic groups in the United States, with Black Americans often showi...

Feb 7, 2026

What role do poverty, education, and employment play in crime rates across racial groups?

are strong, interlinked socioeconomic predictors of crime rates across racial groups: concentrated poverty and limited economic opportunity raise crime risk, associates with lower offending, and — but...