Sedalia, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sedalia Police Department serves the city of Sedalia, MO in Pettis County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,927 violent crimes and 3,847 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 154.2 per 100k residents, which is 45.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 317.4 per 100k, 94.0% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 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 Rate154.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,927 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents168 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents41 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents580 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate317.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,847 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate108.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents701 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate181.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,792 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents321 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 154.2 | D | 1927 | 106.2 | +45.2% |
| Property Crime | 317.4 | F | 3847 | 163.6 | +94.0% |
| Rape | 9.1 | F | 168 | 3.5 | +156.5% |
| Robbery | 4.5 | B | 41 | 5.8 | -22.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.3 | F | 580 | 22.3 | +63.0% |
| Burglary | 108.8 | F | 701 | 24.0 | +353.0% |
| Larceny | 181.4 | D | 2792 | 116.4 | +55.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.7 | C | 321 | 22.2 | +2.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knob Noster | 18 miles | A 35.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 77.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Sweet Springs | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Pilot Grove | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 131.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 58.6% lower |
| Boonville | 24 miles | F 181.6 | B 129.7 | Violent: 17.8% higher Property: 59.1% lower |
| Leeton | 27 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |