Union, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Union Police Department serves the city of Union, MO in Franklin County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,466 violent crimes and 2,317 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 224.0 per 100k residents, which is 110.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 169.9 per 100k, 3.9% 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 8 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 Rate224.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,466 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents53 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate7.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate23.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents218 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate169.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,317 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate30.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents166 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate123.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,875 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate15.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents252 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 224.0 | F | 1466 | 106.2 | +110.9% |
| Property Crime | 169.9 | C | 2317 | 163.6 | +3.9% |
| Rape | 7.7 | F | 53 | 3.5 | +118.3% |
| Robbery | 7.7 | D | 11 | 5.8 | +32.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 23.2 | C | 218 | 22.3 | +4.1% |
| Burglary | 30.9 | D | 166 | 24.0 | +28.6% |
| Larceny | 123.6 | C | 1875 | 116.4 | +6.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 15.4 | B | 252 | 22.2 | -30.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 8 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Sikh | 4 |
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerald | 4 miles | B 74.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 67.0% lower Property: N/A |
| New Haven | 4 miles | B 84.7 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 62.2% lower Property: N/A |
| St. Clair | 7 miles | F 253.7 | D 253.7 | Violent: 13.2% higher Property: 49.3% higher |
| Washington | 8 miles | F 190.0 | C 150.7 | Violent: 15.2% lower Property: 11.3% lower |
| Rosebud | 22 miles | F 503.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 124.9% higher Property: N/A |