Riverside, MO has been facing increasing rates of crime, particularly in the areas of violent and property crime. According to background information, the violent crime rate in Riverside is 27.8, well above the national average of 22.7. This means that the city has a higher incidence of crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Additionally, the property crime rate in Riverside is 79.5, almost double the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes like burglary, theft, and arson. The high levels of crime in Riverside can be attributed to a combination of factors, including socio-economic issues, drug activity, and inadequate law enforcement resources. It is important for the city to address these issues and work towards creating a safer community for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Riverside violent crime is 27.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Riverside property crime is 79.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Riverside, Missouri does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Houston Lake, Missouri. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Houston Lake, Missouri. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.