Howard County, located in the state of Missouri, has a lower crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the county has a violent crime rate of 14.5, while the national average stands at 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in Howard County is 20.6, lower than the national average of 35.4. This lower crime rate is a positive reflection of the efforts made by the county's law enforcement agencies and community members to maintain safety and security. However, despite these efforts, Howard County still faces some challenges in terms of crime. The most common types of crime in the county include theft, burglary, and assault. These crimes can occur in both urban and rural areas, affecting residents and businesses alike. While the overall crime rate may be lower than the national average, caution and vigilance are still necessary to ensure the continued safety of the community.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Howard County violent crime is 14.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Howard County property crime is 20.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Howard, Missouri does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Moberly, Missouri. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Moberly, Missouri. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.