Located in Montgomery County, Iowa, Red Oak is a small town with a population of approximately 5,400 people. Despite its small size, the town has unfortunately experienced its fair share of crime. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in Red Oak is 21.1, slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate is significantly higher at 50.6, which is well above the national average of 35.4. This means that residents of Red Oak are more likely to experience property crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft compared to the rest of the country. These statistics highlight the ongoing issue of crime in Red Oak and the need for continued efforts to address and prevent such incidents from occurring.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Red Oak violent crime is 21.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Red Oak property crime is 50.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.