Located in southwestern Minnesota, Vesta has a population of just over 300 people. Despite its small size, the town has unfortunately experienced its fair share of crime. According to recent data, the violent crime rate in Vesta is 8.4, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Vesta is 18.8, which is slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. This means that while Vesta may have a relatively low rate of violent crime, it still struggles with property crimes such as theft and burglary. It is important for residents of Vesta to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect their homes and property. As a small town, the community in Vesta must work together to combat crime and keep their town safe.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Vesta violent crime is 8.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Vesta property crime is 18.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Vesta, Minnesota does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Echo, Minnesota. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Echo, Minnesota. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.