Located in the southeastern corner of Iowa, Appanoose County has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the county's violent crime rate is at 18.4, which is lower than the US average of 22.7. However, property crime is slightly higher at 39.2 compared to the national average of 35.4. This means that while there is a relatively lower risk of violent crime, residents of Appanoose County should still take precautions to protect their belongings. The local law enforcement and community members work together to keep the county safe, but it is always important for individuals to be aware of their surroundings and report any suspicious activity. Despite the lower crime rate, it is crucial for the county to continue addressing and preventing all forms of crime to maintain its safe and peaceful environment.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Appanoose County violent crime is 18.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Appanoose County property crime is 39.2. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Appanoose, Iowa does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Ottumwa, Iowa. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Ottumwa, Iowa. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.