Lawrence County, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
Lawrence County in MO is served by 5 law enforcement agencies. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the county recorded 1,017 violent crimes and 1,936 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 110.9 per 100k residents, which is +4.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 118.3 per 100k, -27.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CHomicide
Grade N/ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Rape
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Robbery
Grade N/AInsufficient data to calculate annual rate.
Aggravated Assault
Grade AProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BBurglary
Grade FLarceny
Grade AMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ASummary Table
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 110.9 | C | 1017 | 106.2 | +4.4% |
| Property Crime | 118.3 | B | 1936 | 163.6 | -27.7% |
| Homicide | 0.0 | A | 3 | 0.5 | -100.0% |
| Rape | 0.0 | A | 59 | 3.5 | -100.0% |
| Robbery | 0.0 | A | 10 | 5.8 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.3 | A | 228 | 22.3 | -76.1% |
| Burglary | 60.3 | F | 318 | 24.0 | +150.9% |
| Larceny | 51.0 | A | 1401 | 116.4 | -56.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.0 | A | 203 | 22.2 | -68.3% |
Crime Trends
Agencies
Aurora Police Department
Aurora, MO
Marionville Police Department
Marionville, MO
Mount Vernon Police Department
Mount Vernon, MO
Pierce City Police Department
Pierce City, MO
Verona Police Department
Verona, MO