Motor vehicle theft in Rutledge has remained relatively low and stable. There were 2 incidents in 2010, and this number remained the same in 2021, with some fluctuations in between. The rate per 1,000 people slightly increased from 0.56 in 2010 to 0.63 in 2021 due to population decrease. The city's contribution to state motor vehicle theft figures has been consistently low, ranging between 0.01% and 0.04% over the years.

Arson incidents have been consistently reported as zero from 2010 to 2021, indicating that this particular crime has not been a significant issue for the city during this period.

Examining correlations, there appears to be a moderate inverse relationship between property crime rates and median income. As median income increased from $33,404 in 2013 to $43,612 in 2021, total property crimes decreased from 49 to 14. This suggests that improving economic conditions may have contributed to reduced property crime rates.

Applying predictive models based on the observed trends, it is projected that by 2029, property crime rates in Rutledge may continue to decrease slightly or stabilize at low levels. The total number of property crimes could potentially range between 10 to 15 incidents annually, assuming current socioeconomic trends persist.

In summary, Rutledge has experienced a notable decrease in property crimes over the past decade, particularly in burglaries and larceny-thefts. This positive trend, coupled with rising median incomes, suggests an improving quality of life for residents. While the city's contribution to state-level crime figures remains small, the significant local reductions in property crime rates indicate effective local strategies or changing community dynamics that have enhanced public safety in Rutledge.