Raytown, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Raytown Police Department serves the city of Raytown, MO in Jackson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,450 violent crimes and 5,614 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 151.7 per 100k residents, which is 42.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 334.5 per 100k, 104.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide 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 Rate151.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,450 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate3.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents32 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate10.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate31.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents214 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate31.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents683 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate334.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,614 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate51.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents928 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate200.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,432 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate79.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,229 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 151.7 | D | 2450 | 106.2 | +42.9% |
| Property Crime | 334.5 | F | 5614 | 163.6 | +104.5% |
| Homicide | 3.5 | F | 32 | 0.5 | +547.5% |
| Rape | 10.3 | F | 78 | 3.5 | +192.7% |
| Robbery | 31.0 | F | 214 | 5.8 | +433.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 31.0 | D | 683 | 22.3 | +39.5% |
| Burglary | 51.7 | F | 928 | 24.0 | +115.3% |
| Larceny | 200.0 | F | 3432 | 116.4 | +71.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 79.3 | F | 1229 | 22.2 | +257.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independence | 6 miles | A 46.5 | A 105.5 | Violent: 69.3% lower Property: 68.4% lower |
| Gladstone | 6 miles | A 44.8 | C 167.9 | Violent: 70.5% lower Property: 49.8% lower |
| Buckner | 6 miles | F 173.8 | A 104.3 | Violent: 14.6% higher Property: 68.8% lower |
| Lake Lotawana | 6 miles | A 40.4 | A 40.4 | Violent: 73.4% lower Property: 87.9% lower |
| Sugar Creek | 6 miles | F 190.8 | F 763.1 | Violent: 25.7% higher Property: 128.1% higher |