Indianola, IA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Indianola Police Department serves the city of Indianola, IA in Warren County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,410 violent crimes and 1,463 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 92.7 per 100k residents, which is 12.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 241.1 per 100k, 47.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 10 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate92.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,410 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate18.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents107 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate241.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,463 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents180 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate222.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,168 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents98 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 92.7 | B | 1410 | 106.2 | -12.7% |
| Property Crime | 241.1 | D | 1463 | 163.6 | +47.4% |
| Rape | 18.6 | F | 107 | 3.5 | +424.5% |
| Burglary | 6.2 | A | 180 | 24.0 | -74.3% |
| Larceny | 222.6 | F | 1168 | 116.4 | +91.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.4 | A | 98 | 22.2 | -44.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 10 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Buddhist | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk | 0 miles | A 20.2 | A 33.7 | Violent: 78.2% lower Property: 86.0% lower |
| Carlisle | 0 miles | B 69.1 | A 92.1 | Violent: 25.5% lower Property: 61.8% lower |
| Pleasant Hill | 18 miles | D 128.0 | B 137.9 | Violent: 38.1% higher Property: 42.8% lower |
| Windsor Heights | 20 miles | A 39.6 | F 436.0 | Violent: 57.3% lower Property: 80.8% higher |
| Altoona | 22 miles | A 53.4 | D 204.5 | Violent: 42.5% lower Property: 15.2% lower |