Ferguson, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Ferguson Police Department serves the city of Ferguson, MO in St Louis County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,384 violent crimes and 4,131 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 139.1 per 100k residents, which is 31.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 439.6 per 100k, 168.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 DAnnual Rate139.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,384 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents40 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate33.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents141 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents493 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate439.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,131 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate94.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents602 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate205.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,556 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate139.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents960 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 139.1 | D | 1384 | 106.2 | +31.0% |
| Property Crime | 439.6 | F | 4131 | 163.6 | +168.7% |
| Rape | 5.6 | D | 40 | 3.5 | +57.2% |
| Robbery | 33.4 | F | 141 | 5.8 | +473.9% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.3 | C | 493 | 22.3 | +0.0% |
| Burglary | 94.6 | F | 602 | 24.0 | +293.7% |
| Larceny | 205.9 | F | 2556 | 116.4 | +76.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 139.1 | F | 960 | 22.2 | +527.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 1 |
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballwin | 0 miles | A 46.1 | A 52.7 | Violent: 66.9% lower Property: 88.0% lower |
| Bridgeton | 0 miles | F 194.8 | F 451.6 | Violent: 40.1% higher Property: 2.7% higher |
| Clarkson Valley | 0 miles | A 38.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 72.0% lower Property: N/A |
| Frontenac | 0 miles | A 49.3 | F 394.6 | Violent: 64.5% lower Property: 10.2% lower |
| Glendale | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 33.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 92.5% lower |