Is Springfield, MO Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Springfield, Missouri reported 990.37 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 4.31 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 760.81 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,678 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Springfield, Missouri reported 659.85 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.51 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 471.70 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,118 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Springfield, Missouri reported 2,795.81 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.53 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 1,688.84 per 100,000 above that reference, with 4,737 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Springfield, Missouri reported 117.45 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.43 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 69.21 per 100,000 above that reference, with 199 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Springfield, Missouri reported 423.18 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.19 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 230.18 per 100,000 above that reference, with 717 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Springfield, MO has an adjusted safety score of 17.13 out of 100. It ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Missouri. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Missouri workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 199 | 117.45 | 48.24 |
2.43× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 1678 | 990.37 | 229.56 |
4.31× national |
| Burglary | 1118 | 659.85 | 188.15 |
3.51× national |
| Larceny-theft | 4737 | 2795.81 | 1106.97 |
2.53× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 717 | 423.18 | 193.0 |
2.19× national |
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What drives Springfield's safety score?
Springfield ranks in the middle half of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Missouri, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 169,432 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Community Order at 25.64, while Property Security is lowest at 2.15. The 23.49-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Aggravated Assault is highest relative to its national reference at 990.37 per 100,000 (4.31× the national rate). Motor Vehicle Theft is lowest on the same relative basis at 423.18 per 100,000 (2.19× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Springfield, Missouri recorded 4,737 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 56.1% of the 8,449 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 199 robbery reports (2.4%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Springfield, Missouri recorded 1,678 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 19.9% of the 8,449 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 199 robbery reports (2.4%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Springfield, Missouri recorded 1,118 burglary offenses in 2025, 13.2% of the 8,449 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 199 robbery reports (2.4%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Springfield, Missouri uses a reporting population of 169,432 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Springfield, Missouri has an adjusted score of 17.13 points out of 100 versus 63.7 in Lee's Summit, Missouri, a difference of 46.57 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Springfield ranks 4 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Springfield, Missouri has an adjusted score of 17.13 points out of 100 versus 42.55 in Columbia, Missouri, a difference of 25.42 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Springfield ranks 4 of 6 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield safe compared to other places in Missouri?
Springfield is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 17.13 out of 100 and ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Missouri.
What is the crime rate in Springfield?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Springfield's safety rating?
Springfield's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 17.13 out of 100, which ranks #4 in this comparison set out of the 6 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Missouri. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Springfield?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Springfield?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.