Newton, MO County has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States. According to the background information provided, the county has a violent crime rate of 13.7, much lower than the US average of 22.7. Similarly, the property crime rate in Newton, MO County is 28.3, which is lower than the US average of 35.4. This indicates that the county has a relatively safe environment for its residents. However, it is important to note that any crime, no matter how small, can have a significant impact on the victims. Therefore, it is crucial for the community to remain vigilant and continue working towards reducing crime in order to maintain a safe and secure environment for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Newton County violent crime is 13.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Newton County property crime is 28.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Newton, Missouri does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Joplin, Missouri. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Joplin, Missouri. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.