Muscatine, IA Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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15%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

5%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

17%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Muscatine_{/100k people}	Iowa_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	460	n/a (estimate)	1,980	1,618	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	1.7	6.3
Rape	13	n/a	55.9	42.5	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	8.6	21.6	66.1
Assault	67	n/a	288.3	220.7	268.2
Violent crime	82	n/a (estimate)	353	287	370
Burglary	93	n/a	400.2	218.6	269.8
Theft	247	n/a	1,063.0	965.4	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	38	n/a	163.5	147.4	282.7
Property crime	378	n/a (estimate)	1,627	1,332	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Muscatine, IA

The Muscatine crime rates are 14.8% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 82 violent crimes in Muscatine (353 per 100,000 people), which is 4.6% lower than the national average and there were a total of 378 property crimes (1627 per 100,000 residents) which is 16.8% lower than average.

For violent crimes per 100,000 people, Muscatine has a rate of violent crime that is very close to the national average. There were a total of 353 violent crimes, while the national average reported 370. This is an indication that the level of crime is essentially on par with all other cities.

Muscatine showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Muscatine?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Muscatine. Based on the results of the surveys (40 responses), 60% of people felt that there was very little crime in Muscatine and felt safe walking alone at night. While 40% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Muscatine a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Muscatine is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Muscatine has a total crime rate that is 15% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.26 daily crimes (0.22 violent daily crimes and 1.04 daily property crimes) in Muscatine.

Has Crime in Muscatine Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Muscatine has decreased by 3.8%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Muscatine, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 1.2%, while property crime has decreased by 4.3%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Muscatine is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Muscatine

In Muscatine, the poverty rate currently stands at 14.3%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Muscatine crime rates.

Rising cost of living expenses, including increased housing costs, grocery, utility and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards crime, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Muscatine, the cost of living is 11.17% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

In Muscatine, the ratio of police officers and civilians stands at 1.96 per 1,000 residents, contrasting with the national average of 3.25. This discrepancy highlights the potential impact of law enforcement and community policing on crime rates. The strength of their collaboration can serve as a deterrent to criminal behavior, fostering a safer environment. Effective law enforcement leans heavily on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and cooperation between police and residents. It's essential to recognize that the effectiveness of these efforts isn't solely tied to the quantity of officers but also hinges on the quality of their engagement with the community.

Muscatine crime map

The Muscatine crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Muscatine as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Muscatine crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Muscatine crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Muscatine crime rates are 15% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Muscatine are 5% lower than the national average
In Muscatine you have a 1 in 51 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Muscatine is safer than 32% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Muscatine has decreased by 3%

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Daily Crime In Muscatine (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Muscatine, Iowa is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Muscatine are 1.22 times more than the Iowa average and 1.17 times less than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Muscatine are 1.23 times more than than Iowa and 1.05 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Muscatine are 1.22 times more than than Iowa and 1.20 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Muscatine (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Muscatine, Iowa compared to other areas of Iowa, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Muscatine safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Muscatine is safer than 34% of Iowa cities, and 32% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Iowa, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Muscatine. At this time, Muscatine sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Muscatine

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Muscatine is 1 in 284

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Muscatine is 1 in 62

The chance of being a victim of crime in Muscatine is 1 in 51

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Muscatine, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 284. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 62 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Muscatine is 1 in 51.

Year Over Year Crime In Muscatine (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Muscatine, Iowa (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Muscatine has not changed, the amount of property crime in Muscatine has decreased by 3%, and the total amount of crime in Muscatine has decreased by 3% year over year.

Muscatine police department

Item	Muscatine	Iowa	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	45	3,827	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.0	1.8	3.3

There are a total of 45 Muscatine police officers. This results in 2.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 8.5% greater than the Iowa average and 39.9% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Iowa

State	Total offenders	Iowa_/100K	National_/100K
Iowa	6,040	205	266

There are a total of 6,040 sex offenders in Iowa. This yields a total of 205 sex offenders in Iowa per 100,000 residents which is 23% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Fruitland, IA	1,270	99	461	559
Durant, IA	1,878	106	493	599
Wilton, IA	2,845	116	542	658
West Liberty, IA	3,750	263	421	685
Atalissa, IA	353	340	1,585	1,925
Nichols, IA	376	350	1,628	1,978
Grandview, IA	480	350	1,630	1,980
Muscatine, IA	23,661	353	1,627	1,980

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
North Haven, CT	23,665	75	2,940	3,014
Searcy, AR	23,673	513	3,694	4,207
South Elgin, IL	23,648	100	508	608
Newberg, OR	23,676	400	3,437	3,837
Zion, IL	23,677	505	1,955	2,460
Muscatine, IA	23,661	353	1,627	1,980

Source: The Muscatine, IA crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.