Salem, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Salem Police Department serves the city of Salem, MO in Dent County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 144 violent crimes and 508 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 128.7 per 100k residents, which is 21.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 214.6 per 100k, 31.1% above 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 DAnnual Rate128.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents144 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate21.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents16 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents39 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate214.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents508 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate21.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents44 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate150.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents424 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate42.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents36 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 128.7 | D | 144 | 106.2 | +21.2% |
| Property Crime | 214.6 | D | 508 | 163.6 | +31.1% |
| Rape | 21.4 | F | 16 | 3.5 | +506.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.4 | C | 39 | 22.3 | -3.6% |
| Burglary | 21.4 | B | 44 | 24.0 | -10.7% |
| Larceny | 150.2 | D | 424 | 116.4 | +29.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 42.9 | F | 36 | 22.2 | +93.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doolittle | 21 miles | D 167.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 30.1% higher Property: N/A |
| Newburg | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Edgar Springs | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Viburnum | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Rolla | 25 miles | F 277.7 | D 209.5 | Violent: 115.7% higher Property: 2.4% lower |