Independence, MO Crime


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Independence, MO has unfortunately experienced a high rate of both violent and property crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Independence is 31.4, significantly higher than the US average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as homicide, robbery, and aggravated assault. Additionally, the property crime rate in Independence is 77, almost double the US average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These alarming numbers paint a concerning picture of the crime in Independence and highlight the need for effective measures to address and reduce these rates.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Independence violent crime is 31.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Independence property crime is 77.0. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Independence, MO Crime History
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Reviews for Independence
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The ice age sent glaciers sweeping south, ending at what is the edge of the Missouri River. Independence, Missouri, has artesian water straight from this glacial melt  More

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Over 11 years ago

I've lived here pretty much all my life, and I have to say, I'm ready to get out. I'm not sure if the crime here has just skyrocketed over recent years, or if I was just  More

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Over 12 years ago

Independence, Missouri is just like any other fairly large, fairly old town. A city approaching 200 years old and having nearly 120,000 residents is going to have both  More

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