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28%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
16%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
30%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peoplePacific/100k peopleMissouri/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime124n/a (estimate)1,6762,8282,324
Murder0n/a0.010.16.3
Rape2n/a27.048.940.0
Robbery0n/a0.054.866.1
Assault21n/a283.9374.2268.2
Violent crime23n/a (estimate)311488370
Burglary12n/a162.2295.8269.8
Theft78n/a1,054.31,557.21,401.9
Vehicle theft11n/a148.7487.1282.7
Property crime101n/a (estimate)1,3652,3401,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Pacific, MO

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Pacific crime rate is lower than the national average by 27.9%. Specifically, there were 23 violent crimes in Pacific, equivalent to 311 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 15.9%. Furthermore, Pacific recorded 101 property crimes, amounting to 1365 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 30.2%.

In the most recently reported crime year, Pacific registered zero reported homicides. This statistic not only designates the area as an exemplar of security but also emanates a profound sense of safety within its community. A minimal incidence of severe violent crime not only fosters a strong sense of well-being among residents but also sets a commendable standard for other regions aiming to cultivate similarly safe surroundings.

Is Pacific a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Pacific 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. Pacific has a total crime rate that is 28% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.34 daily crimes (0.06 violent daily crimes and 0.28 daily property crimes) in Pacific.

Has Crime in Pacific Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Pacific has decreased by 9.5%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Pacific, 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 increased by 27.8%, while property crime has decreased by 15.1%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Pacific is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Pacific

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Pacific crime rates. Pacific registers a population density of 1124 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Pacific, 81.5% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, 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 Pacific, the cost of living is 14.07% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Pacific crime map



The Pacific crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Pacific 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 Pacific crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Pacific 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

      • Pacific crime rates are 28% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Pacific are 16% lower than the national average
      • In Pacific you have a 1 in 60 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Pacific is safer than 40% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Pacific has decreased by 13%

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        Daily Crime In Pacific (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Pacific for every 100,000 residents. The Pacific total amount of daily crime is 1.69 times less than the Missouri average and 1.39 times less than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Pacific, is 1.57 times less than the Missouri average, and it is 1.19 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Pacific has a daily crime average that is 1.71 times less than the Missouri average and 1.43 times less than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is Pacific (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Missouri and all other cities across the US, is Pacific safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Pacific is safer than 45% of other cities in the state of Missouri. In addition, Pacific is safer than 40% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Missouri and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Pacific. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Pacific is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Pacific

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Pacific is 1 in 322
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Pacific is 1 in 74
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Pacific is 1 in 60
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Pacific, Missouri you have a 1 in 322 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 74 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 60 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Pacific.

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

        Determining whether Pacific is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Pacific violent crime rates have increased by 23%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 18% year over year. Total crimes for Pacific has decreased by 13% in the same time frame.

        Pacific police department

        Item Pacific Missouri National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)2712,115558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.83.73.3
        There are a total of 27 Pacific police officers. This results in 3.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 2.8% greater than the Missouri average and 17.9% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Missouri

        State Total offenders Missouri /100K National /100K
        Missouri19,657344266
        There are a total of 19,657 sex offenders in Missouri. This yields a total of 344 sex offenders in Missouri per 100,000 residents which is 29% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        LaBarque Creek, MO1,16568328397
        Clarkson Valley, MO2,61977367444
        Ballwin, MO30,17729646676
        Winchester, MO1,7511778481,024
        Byrnes Mill, MO2,9837283161,044
        Cedar Hill, MO1,6251929201,112
        Defiance, MO681979451,143
        Pacific, MO6,7803111,3651,676

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Fairwood, MD6,780153630783
        Bee Cave, TX6,7781351,7811,917
        Kosciusko, MS6,7781581,5241,682
        Thurmont, MD6,78360436497
        Union, OH6,77744539583
        Pacific, MO6,7803111,3651,676
        Source: The Pacific, MO 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.