Morgantown, KY Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Morgantown Police Department serves the city of Morgantown, KY in Butler County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 103 violent crimes and 0 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 81.5 per 100k residents, which is 23.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. 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 Rate81.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents103 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FNot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Property Crimes
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 81.5 | B | 103 | 106.2 | -23.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 40.8 | F | 9 | 22.3 | +83.1% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green | 20 miles | B 94.5 | F 267.7 | Violent: 16.0% higher Property: N/A |
| Woodburn | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hartford | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Beaver Dam | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 57.6 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Centertown | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |