Hartville, MO Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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59%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

80%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

56%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2023 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2024; this is the most current data available.

Hartville crime rates are not available from the FBI crime report. The FBI's uniform crime reporting program (UCR), gathers data from more than 18,000 law enforcement agencies. The agencies include city, university, college, county, state, tribal and federal law enforcement agencies. When combined, they represent approximately 309 million American residents, or a 98% coverage rate of large metropolitan areas. This does result in approximately 20 million people who live in areas where the FBI does not provide crime reports. These areas tend to be smaller towns, villages or suburbs. Given that Hartville crime stats are not covered by the FBI crime reports, either data from local enforcement agencies is applied or estimates are calculated based on demographic data including, but not limited to: home prices, income per capita, poverty rates, unemployment rates, educational achievement and population density. The Hartville crime estimates should be used at your own risk. Please be aware that the data displayed above is estimated and not officially reported by any agency. The Hartville crime map can also be used to view a visual display of crimes committed on a block group level.
Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Hartville_{/100k people}	Missouri_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	0	n/a (estimate)	3,635 (estimate)	2,554	2,281
Murder	n/a	n/a	n/a	9.1	5.7
Rape	n/a	n/a	n/a	46.4	38.0
Robbery	n/a	n/a	n/a	52.9	66.5
Assault	n/a	n/a	n/a	350.2	264.1
Violent crime	n/a	n/a (estimate)	653 (estimate)	459	364
Burglary	n/a	n/a	n/a	251.2	250.7
Theft	n/a	n/a	n/a	1,365.4	1,347.2
Vehicle theft	n/a	n/a	n/a	478.6	318.7
Property crime	n/a	n/a (estimate)	2,982 (estimate)	2,095	1,917

An Overview of Crime Rates in Hartville, MO

The Hartville crime rates are 35.3% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 2 violent crimes in Hartville (334 per 100,000 people), which is 9.6% lower than the national average and there were a total of 7 property crimes (1171 per 100,000 residents) which is 40.1% lower than average.

The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Hartville is very close to the national average of all cities that reported crime. Hartville reported 334 violent crimes, while the average of all cities was 370.

In the latest reported crime year, Hartville recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

The United States contends with some of the globe's most elevated vehicle theft rates, reaching around 300 incidents per 100,000 individuals. Remarkably, merely a small fraction, approximately 10%, of cities have been fortunate enough to remain unscathed by vehicle theft reports. In this regard, Hartville stands out as one of those cities, as it reported no vehicle thefts in its most recent crime report.

Is Hartville a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Hartville is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Hartville has a total crime rate that is 35% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.02 daily crimes (0.01 violent daily crimes and 0.02 daily property crimes) in Hartville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Hartville

Hartville has a poverty rate of 31.9, while the national average is 15.1. In the past, there has been a direct correlation between high or low poverty rates and high or low crime stats. Elevated poverty levels and income disparities can contribute to heightened criminal activity, as individuals may resort to unlawful means to address their fundamental necessities. While lower poverty levels have led to a reduction in typical crime levels compared to other areas.

In Hartville, 70.7% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Hartville, the cost of living is 25.07% lower than the national average.

Hartville crime map

The Hartville crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Hartville as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Hartville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Hartville crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Hartville crime rates are 59% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Hartville are 80% higher than the national average
In Hartville you have a 1 in 28 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Hartville is safer than 40% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Hartville has increased by 142%

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Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Hartville

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Hartville is 1 in 154

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Hartville is 1 in 34

The chance of being a victim of crime in Hartville is 1 in 28

Year Over Year Crime In Hartville (per 100,000 people)

Hartville police department

Item	Hartville	Missouri	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	2	12,115	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	3.3	3.7	3.3

There are a total of 2 Hartville police officers. This results in 3.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 12.3% less than the Missouri average and 0.7% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Missouri

State	Total offenders	Missouri_/100K	National_/100K
Missouri	19,657	344	266

There are a total of 19,657 sex offenders in Missouri. This yields a total of 344 sex offenders in Missouri per 100,000 residents which is 29% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Seymour, MO	1,913	264	949	1,213
Mountain Grove, MO	4,703	107	1,327	1,434
Mansfield, MO	1,257	230	1,306	1,536
Norwood, MO	680	646	2,947	3,593
Hartville, MO	640	653	2,982	3,635

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
New London, NC	640	382	2,018	2,401
Mocanaqua, PA	640	356	2,111	2,467
Whitesville, KY	640	227	1,572	1,799
Weir, MS	640	275	2,153	2,429
Maplesville, AL	640	0	1,529	1,529
Hartville, MO	640	653	2,982	3,635

Source: The Hartville, MO crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2023. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.