Matheson, CO Crime

Matheson, CO has been struggling with high levels of crime, particularly in regards to violent and property crimes. According to background information, the violent crime rate in Matheson is significantly lower than the national average at 6, compared to the US average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Matheson is much higher than the national average at 52.5, compared to 35.4. This means that while the community may be relatively safe from violent crimes, residents are still at risk for property crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. The higher property crime rate in Matheson could be attributed to a variety of factors, including economic disparities, lack of access to resources and education, and a potentially transient population. To combat these issues, it is crucial for the community and law enforcement to work together to address the root causes of crime and implement effective measures to prevent and reduce criminal activity in Matheson.

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NOTE: The city of Matheson, Colorado does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Simla, Colorado. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Simla, Colorado. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.