Independence, MO has a higher than average rate of violent crime at 31.4, which is significantly higher than the US average of 22.7. Similarly, it has a higher than average rate of property crime at 77, which is more than double the US average rate of 35.4. While the overall crime rate in Independence is relatively high compared to other cities in the United States, it is important to note that safety measures are still taken and crime prevention programs are implemented to ensure that the citizens stay safe and secure.
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.