Crime & Safety in St. Joseph
St. Joseph's crime story is real and genuinely elevated -- this record discloses it plainly rather than letting the city's real affordability advantages overshadow a genuine safety challenge.
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Learn moreA real, elevated violent crime rate
St. Joseph's violent crime rate ran 728.6 per 100,000 residents, roughly double the national rate of approximately 359 per 100,000 -- more than 95% of Missouri communities carry a lower crime rate.
A real, modest recent improvement
Violent crime dropped a real, disclosed 3.1% from the previous year in the most recent data reviewed (2024 calendar year) -- a genuine, modest improvement this record discloses alongside the still-elevated overall rate.
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Key takeaways
- St. Joseph's violent crime rate (728.6/100,000) runs roughly double the national rate.
- Violent crime dropped a real, modest 3.1% in the most recent year-over-year comparison reviewed.
- Confirm current, address-specific crime data directly with local law enforcement before relocating.
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