Nevada, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Nevada Police Department serves the city of Nevada, MO in Vernon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,583 violent crimes and 2,308 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 243.7 per 100k residents, which is 129.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 402.1 per 100k, 145.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 FAnnual Rate243.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,583 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate12.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents60 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate402.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,308 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate36.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents233 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate341.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,896 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate24.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents171 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 243.7 | F | 1583 | 106.2 | +129.4% |
| Property Crime | 402.1 | F | 2308 | 163.6 | +145.7% |
| Rape | 12.2 | F | 60 | 3.5 | +244.4% |
| Burglary | 36.5 | D | 233 | 24.0 | +52.1% |
| Larceny | 341.1 | F | 1896 | 116.4 | +193.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 24.4 | C | 171 | 22.2 | +9.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado Springs | 18 miles | A 27.6 | F 275.9 | Violent: 88.7% lower Property: 31.4% lower |
| Lamar | 23 miles | F 209.0 | B 116.1 | Violent: 14.2% lower Property: 71.1% lower |
| Liberal | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Adrian | 29 miles | A 57.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 76.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Rich Hill | 29 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 160.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 60.2% lower |