Houston, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Houston Police Department serves the city of Houston, MO in Texas County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 189 violent crimes and 591 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 135.9 per 100k residents, which is 28.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 135.9 per 100k, 16.9% 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 DAnnual Rate135.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents189 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate135.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents591 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate135.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents487 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 135.9 | D | 189 | 106.2 | +28.0% |
| Property Crime | 135.9 | B | 591 | 163.6 | -16.9% |
| Larceny | 135.9 | C | 487 | 116.4 | +16.8% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabool | 0 miles | D 147.4 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 8.5% higher Property: N/A |
| Licking | 0 miles | C 100.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 26.0% lower Property: N/A |
| Willow Springs | 22 miles | A 44.8 | B 134.3 | Violent: 67.1% lower Property: 1.2% lower |
| Hartville | 29 miles | F 316.5 | C 158.2 | Violent: 132.8% higher Property: 16.4% higher |
| Mansfield | 29 miles | D 153.6 | A 76.8 | Violent: 13.0% higher Property: 43.5% lower |