Leavenworth, KS Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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28%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

70%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

19%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Leavenworth_{/100k people}	Kansas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,097	n/a (estimate)	2,965	2,407	2,324
Murder	9	n/a	24.3	4.6	6.3
Rape	30	n/a	81.1	45.5	40.0
Robbery	16	n/a	43.2	29.2	66.1
Assault	178	n/a	481.0	335.4	268.2
Violent crime	233	n/a (estimate)	630	415	370
Burglary	164	n/a	443.2	273.4	269.8
Theft	595	n/a	1,607.9	1,488.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	105	n/a	283.8	230.2	282.7
Property crime	864	n/a (estimate)	2,335	1,992	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Leavenworth, KS

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Leavenworth is 27.6% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 233 violent crimes reported in Leavenworth, equivalent to 630 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 70.3%. Additionally, Leavenworth recorded 864 property crimes, amounting to 2335 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 19.5%.

Although murder rates are essentially half of what they used to be 30+ years ago, some cities still struggle with higher rates than others. Leavenworth is one of those cities. In the last reported crime year, there were a total of 9 murders in Leavenworth, which equates to 24 murders per 100,000 people. This results in Leavenworth being a very dangerous place to live.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Leavenworth?

AreaVibes surveyed 23 local residents in Leavenworth to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 22% of people answered that there was very little crime in Leavenworth and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 78% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Leavenworth a Safe Place to Live?

Is Leavenworth a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Leavenworth has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 28%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 3.01 daily incidents, encompassing 0.64 violent crimes and 2.37 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Leavenworth as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Leavenworth Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Leavenworth crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Leavenworth has decreased by 7.1% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 26.3% and property crime has decreased by 0.1%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Leavenworth

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Leavenworth, 82.9% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

Leavenworth has a ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents that differs from the national norm, with 2.29 officers and civilians per 1,000 residents, compared to 3.25 nationwide. Crime rates are profoundly influenced by the effectiveness of law enforcement and community policing endeavors. A resilient and cooperative partnership between law enforcement agencies and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, ultimately enhancing safety. The efficacy of law enforcement extends beyond mere numbers and extends into the realm of community policing strategies, emphasizing the cultivation of trust and collaboration between officers and the community. It is not merely a matter of quantity but the quality of engagement with the community that matters most.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Leavenworth, the average rental rates are $967 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Leavenworth crime map

The Leavenworth crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Leavenworth as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Leavenworth crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Leavenworth crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Leavenworth crime rates are 28% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Leavenworth are 70% higher than the national average
In Leavenworth you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Leavenworth is safer than 13% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Leavenworth has decreased by 10%

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Daily Crime In Leavenworth (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Leavenworth on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Kansas and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Leavenworth (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Kansas, are 1.23 times more than the state average and 1.28 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Leavenworth on a daily basis are 1.52 times more than than Kansas average and 1.70 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Leavenworth are 1.17 times more than the daily state average and 1.19 times more than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Leavenworth (higher is better)

How safe is Leavenworth, Kansas compared to other cities in Kansas and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Leavenworth is safer than 13% of the cities in Kansas and 13% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Kansas and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Leavenworth. Overall, Leavenworth is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Leavenworth

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Leavenworth is 1 in 159

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Leavenworth is 1 in 43

The chance of being a victim of crime in Leavenworth is 1 in 34

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Leavenworth? In Leavenworth, you have a 1 in 159 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 43. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Leavenworth, KS is 1 in 34.

Year Over Year Crime In Leavenworth (per 100,000 people)

An ideal indicator of whether Leavenworth is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Leavenworth has decreased by 28% and the rate of property crime in Leavenworth has decreased by 3%. The total crime rate in Leavenworth has decreased by 10% year to year.

Leavenworth police department

Item	Leavenworth	Kansas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	82	5,262	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.3	2.5	3.3

There are a total of 82 Leavenworth police officers. This results in 2.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 7.6% less than the Kansas average and 29.7% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Kansas

State	Total offenders	Kansas_/100K	National_/100K
Kansas	9,632	349	266

There are a total of 9,632 sex offenders in Kansas. This yields a total of 349 sex offenders in Kansas per 100,000 residents which is 31% greater than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Weatherby Lake, MO	2,510	68	328	397
Tonganoxie, KS	5,357	103	548	651
Basehor, KS	6,225	119	649	769
Weston, MO	1,759	226	1,016	1,242
Lansing, KS	11,955	250	1,179	1,429
Platte Woods, MO	564	257	1,233	1,490
Parkville, MO	7,122	95	1,462	1,557
Leavenworth, KS	36,129	630	2,335	2,965

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Roseville, MN	36,139	312	5,351	5,662
Oakville, MO	36,117	298	1,429	1,727
Lewiston, ME	36,158	277	1,921	2,198
Brighton, NY	36,163	502	2,013	2,515
Wildomar, CA	36,091	117	1,810	1,927
Leavenworth, KS	36,129	630	2,335	2,965

Source: The Leavenworth, KS crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.