Glasgow, MT Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 82% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Glasgow Safe?
Yes — Glasgow is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Glasgow has a crime rate that is 44% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 352.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 352
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
25% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 54
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
1% higher than national average
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Glasgow Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
76 | -24% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
74 | -26% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
98 | -2% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
94 | -6% | Average | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Glasgow Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Glasgow Crime by Zip Code
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Glasgow Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Glasgow, MT?
Glasgow, MT has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 44% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 352 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 54 chance for property crime. Glasgow has lower crime than 82% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Glasgow, MT safe to live in?
Glasgow is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Glasgow is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Glasgow?
The estimated violent crime rate in Glasgow is 284.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 25% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 352 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.2 per 100K (36% below average); aggravated assault at 203.8 per 100K (24% below average); robbery at 54.3 per 100K (26% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Glasgow?
The estimated property crime rate in Glasgow is 1,851.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 1% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 54 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 183.4 per 100K (32% below average); larceny/theft at 1,368.4 per 100K (2% below average); vehicle theft at 299.4 per 100K (6% below average).
How does Glasgow crime compare to the national average?
Glasgow's overall crime rate is 44% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (2% below average), while murder is 36% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Glasgow has lower crime than 82% of them.
Is Glasgow safe to visit?
Glasgow is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 1% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Glasgow crime compare to the rest of Montana?
Montana as a whole has crime that is 23% above the national average. Glasgow's crime rate is 44% below the national average, making it safer the typical Montana city.
What type of crime is most common in Glasgow?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Glasgow, with an estimated rate of 1,368.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 2% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,851 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (284 per 100K) in Glasgow, which is consistent with national trends.