Paton, IA, a small town in the heart of Iowa, has a reputation for being a safe and peaceful community. However, recent statistics show that the town is not immune to crime. According to the provided context, Paton's violent crime rate is below the national average at 14.6, but it is not without its share of issues. The town's property crime rate is also lower than the national average at 17.1, but it still poses a threat to the residents and their belongings. Despite these statistics, the community and its law enforcement continue to work together to keep Paton a safe and welcoming place for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Paton violent crime is 14.6. (The US average is 22.7)
Paton property crime is 17.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Paton, Iowa does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Jefferson, Iowa. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Jefferson, Iowa. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.