Located in the rural town of Avoca, IA, residents have always prided themselves on living in a safe and close-knit community. However, recent statistics show that the town is facing an increasing problem with crime. According to the latest data, Avoca has a violent crime rate of 13.8, significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, property crime in Avoca is at 16.1, which is also lower than the US average of 35.4. Despite these relatively lower crime rates, the community is still concerned about the safety of their town and is taking measures to address and prevent any further incidents. With ongoing efforts from law enforcement and community members, Avoca is determined to maintain its reputation as a peaceful and secure place to live.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Avoca violent crime is 13.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Avoca property crime is 16.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Avoca, Iowa does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Harlan, Iowa. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Harlan, Iowa. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.