Nelson, MO is a small town that has been struggling with crime in recent years. According to statistics, the town has a violent crime rate of 22.1, slightly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Nelson is 34.5, which is slightly higher than the national average of 35.4. This means that residents of Nelson are at a higher risk of becoming victims of property crimes such as burglary, theft, and vandalism. This crime data highlights the need for increased security measures and community involvement in preventing and addressing crime in Nelson. Despite the challenges, the town's community members are dedicated to making Nelson a safe and welcoming place for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Nelson violent crime is 22.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Nelson property crime is 34.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Nelson, Missouri does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Pilot Grove, Missouri. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Pilot Grove, Missouri. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.