Located in the small rural town of Ethel, Missouri, crime rates have been on the rise in recent years. With a population of just over 500 people, the town has seen a higher than average violent crime rate of 22.7, which is on par with the national average. This means that for every 1,000 residents, approximately 23 are victims of violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and murder. Additionally, Ethel has also experienced a property crime rate of 35.2, just slightly lower than the national average of 35.4. Property crimes include burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These crime rates have caused concern among the tight-knit community, with residents and law enforcement working together to address and prevent further incidents. Despite these challenges, Ethel remains a close-knit and resilient town, determined to keep its residents safe and secure.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Ethel violent crime is 22.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Ethel property crime is 35.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Ethel, Missouri does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Bucklin, Missouri. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Bucklin, Missouri. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.