Motor vehicle theft showed fluctuations but an overall decreasing trend. In 2010, there were 2 reported cases, representing 0.25% of the state's total. By 2022, no motor vehicle thefts were reported. The rate per 1,000 residents dropped from 0.81 in 2010 to 0 in 2022, indicating improved vehicle security or reduced opportunities for this type of crime.

Arson incidents were rare in the city. Only one case was reported in 2010, accounting for 1.82% of the state's total. From 2011 to 2022, no arson cases were reported, suggesting effective fire prevention measures or a lack of this specific criminal activity.

Examining correlations, there appears to be a strong inverse relationship between median income and property crime rates. As the median income increased from $77,251 in 2013 to $84,078 in 2022, property crime rates generally decreased. Additionally, the percentage of owner-occupied housing remained relatively stable, hovering around 80-90% throughout the period, which may have contributed to the overall reduction in property crimes.

Applying predictive models based on the current trends, it's projected that by 2029, property crime rates in Colstrip could potentially reach near-zero levels if the current downward trajectory continues. However, it's important to note that maintaining such low crime rates may become increasingly challenging as the absolute number of crimes approaches zero.

The most significant discovery is the dramatic 96% reduction in total property crimes from 2010 to 2022 in Colstrip. This improvement in public safety occurred despite a slight population increase, suggesting effective law enforcement strategies, community engagement, or socioeconomic factors contributing to crime reduction. The consistent decline across all categories of property crime, coupled with rising median incomes, points to a positive correlation between economic well-being and reduced criminal activity. These trends position Colstrip as a model for small urban areas in crime prevention and community safety.