Rolla, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Rolla Police Department serves the city of Rolla, MO in Phelps County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,539 violent crimes and 3,730 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 277.7 per 100k residents, which is 161.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 209.5 per 100k, 28.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 6 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 FAnnual Rate277.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,539 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents79 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate29.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents405 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate209.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,730 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate9.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents677 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate165.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,804 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate34.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents233 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 277.7 | F | 2539 | 106.2 | +161.5% |
| Property Crime | 209.5 | D | 3730 | 163.6 | +28.0% |
| Rape | 4.9 | D | 79 | 3.5 | +37.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 29.2 | D | 405 | 22.3 | +31.3% |
| Burglary | 9.7 | A | 677 | 24.0 | -59.5% |
| Larceny | 165.6 | D | 2804 | 116.4 | +42.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 34.1 | D | 233 | 22.2 | +53.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 6 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doolittle | 6 miles | D 167.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 39.7% lower Property: N/A |
| Newburg | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Edgar Springs | 6 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| St. James | 9 miles | C 127.1 | A 76.3 | Violent: 54.2% lower Property: 63.6% lower |
| Vienna | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 172.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 17.6% lower |