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Crime
Violent Crime
Median Rent
Racial Distributions
Population
Seligman, located in Missouri, presents an intriguing case study in violent crime trends. Over the years from 2010 to 2022, the total number of violent crimes fluctuated, ranging from a low of 0 in 2013 and 2014 to a peak of 4 in 2012. The overall trend shows a slight decrease, with 1 violent crime reported in 2022 compared to 1 in 2010, representing no significant change. During this same period, the population experienced minor fluctuations, starting at 1,486 in 2010 and ending at 1,497 in 2022, a marginal increase of 0.74%.
Examining murder trends, Seligman has maintained a consistent record of zero murders throughout the entire period from 2010 to 2022. This stability is particularly noteworthy given the population fluctuations. The murder rate per 1,000 people has remained at 0, and the city has consistently accounted for 0% of the state's murders. This suggests a remarkably safe environment in terms of homicides, despite the small population size.
Rape incidents in the city have been sporadic. There were no reported rapes from 2010 to 2014. The first recorded rape occurred in 2015, followed by another in 2016. After two years without incidents, another rape was reported in 2020. The rape rate per 1,000 people peaked at 0.62 in 2015 when the population was 1,618. The city's contribution to the state's total rapes has fluctuated, reaching 0.05% in years with reported incidents (2015, 2016, 2020, and 2021). This pattern suggests that while rare, sexual violence remains a concern that requires attention.
Robbery trends in Seligman have been minimal. Only two robberies were reported during the entire period, one in 2015 and another in 2016. The robbery rate per 1,000 people was highest in 2015 at 0.62. The city's contribution to the state's total robberies was 0.02% in both years. Since 2017, there have been no reported robberies, indicating an improvement in this aspect of public safety.
Aggravated assault has been the most consistent form of violent crime in the city. The number of aggravated assaults ranged from 0 to 4, with the highest number occurring in 2012. The rate per 1,000 people peaked at 2.24 in 2012 when the population was 1,782. The city's contribution to the state's total aggravated assaults has generally remained low, ranging from 0% to 0.03%. The trend shows a slight decrease over time, with 1 incident reported in 2022.
When examining correlations, a notable relationship emerges between violent crime and population density. Years with higher population density, such as 2012 (1,429 people per square mile) and 2017 (1,388 people per square mile), tended to have more violent crimes. Conversely, years with lower density, like 2013 (1,246 people per square mile) and 2014 (1,346 people per square mile), saw no violent crimes. This suggests that increased population density may contribute to higher crime rates in this small city.
Applying predictive models to forecast violent crime trends for the next five years (up to 2029), we can anticipate a continuation of the low and stable violent crime rate. Based on the historical data, it's projected that Seligman will likely experience between 0 to 2 violent crimes annually. The sporadic nature of these incidents makes precise predictions challenging, but the overall trend suggests that the city will maintain its relatively low crime rate.
In summary, Seligman has demonstrated a remarkably stable and generally low violent crime rate over the past decade. The absence of murders, infrequent occurrences of rape and robbery, and the slight decline in aggravated assaults paint a picture of a community that has maintained a relatively safe environment despite minor population fluctuations. The correlation between population density and crime rates underscores the importance of community planning and resource allocation as the city moves forward. While challenges remain, particularly in addressing sporadic incidents of sexual violence, Seligman's crime trends reflect positively on its overall safety and quality of life.