Scott City, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Scott City Police Department serves the city of Scott City, MO in Scott County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 306 violent crimes and 374 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 23.0 per 100k residents, which is 78.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 23.0 per 100k, 86.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime 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 AAnnual Rate23.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents306 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents31 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate23.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents374 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate23.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents303 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 23.0 | A | 306 | 106.2 | -78.4% |
| Property Crime | 23.0 | A | 374 | 163.6 | -86.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.0 | C | 31 | 22.3 | +3.2% |
| Larceny | 23.0 | A | 303 | 116.4 | -80.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Girardeau | 6 miles | C 120.4 | C 164.7 | Violent: 424.2% higher Property: 616.8% higher |
| Chaffee | 8 miles | F 265.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 1054.4% higher Property: N/A |
| Perryville | 12 miles | A 35.5 | A 71.0 | Violent: 54.5% higher Property: 209.0% higher |
| Morley | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 298.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 1197.6% higher |
| Miner | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 111.4 | Violent: N/A Property: 384.8% higher |