Charleston, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Charleston Police Department serves the city of Charleston, MO in Mississippi County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 417 violent crimes and 478 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 48.5 per 100k residents, which is 54.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 218.2 per 100k, 33.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 4 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate48.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents417 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate48.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents186 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate218.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents478 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate24.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents73 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate169.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents354 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 48.5 | A | 417 | 106.2 | -54.3% |
| Property Crime | 218.2 | D | 478 | 163.6 | +33.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 48.5 | F | 186 | 22.3 | +117.9% |
| Burglary | 24.3 | C | 73 | 24.0 | +0.9% |
| Larceny | 169.7 | D | 354 | 116.4 | +45.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.3 | C | 44 | 22.2 | +9.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 4 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Prairie | 8 miles | D 139.1 | A 104.3 | Violent: 186.9% higher Property: 52.2% lower |
| Bertrand | 8 miles | D 142.1 | F 284.1 | Violent: 192.9% higher Property: 30.2% higher |
| Morley | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 298.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 36.6% higher |
| Miner | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 111.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 49.0% lower |
| Scott City | 22 miles | A 23.0 | A 23.0 | Violent: 52.6% lower Property: 89.5% lower |