West Plains, MO Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The West Plains Police Department serves the city of West Plains, MO in Howell County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,631 violent crimes and 2,552 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 212.6 per 100k residents, which is 100.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 212.6 per 100k, 29.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 FRobbery
Grade DAggravated Assault
Grade BProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DLarceny
Grade FMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ACrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 212.6 | F | 1631 | 106.2 | +100.2% |
| Property Crime | 212.6 | D | 2552 | 163.6 | +29.9% |
| Robbery | 7.9 | D | 14 | 5.8 | +35.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.8 | B | 224 | 22.3 | -29.2% |
| Larceny | 204.7 | F | 1861 | 116.4 | +75.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.9 | A | 266 | 22.2 | -64.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View | 2 miles | B 76.7 | A 76.7 | Violent: 63.9% lower Property: 63.9% lower |
| Willow Springs | 17 miles | A 44.8 | B 134.3 | Violent: 78.9% lower Property: 36.8% lower |
| Thayer | 24 miles | A 52.3 | A 52.3 | Violent: 75.4% lower Property: 75.4% lower |
| Alton | 26 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Birch Tree | 38 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 154.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 27.2% lower |