Atchison, KS Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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28%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

14%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

36%

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}	Atchison_{/100k people}	Kansas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	317	n/a (estimate)	2,977	2,407	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	4.6	6.3
Rape	4	n/a	37.6	45.5	40.0
Robbery	2	n/a	18.8	29.2	66.1
Assault	28	n/a	262.9	335.4	268.2
Violent crime	34	n/a (estimate)	319	415	370
Burglary	38	n/a	356.8	273.4	269.8
Theft	233	n/a	2,187.8	1,488.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	12	n/a	112.7	230.2	282.7
Property crime	283	n/a (estimate)	2,657	1,992	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Atchison, KS

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Atchison crime rate is higher than the national average by 28.1%. Specifically, there were 34 violent crimes in Atchison, equivalent to 319 per 100,000 individuals, lower than the national average by 13.7%. Furthermore, Atchison recorded 283 property crimes, amounting to 2657 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 36%.

In the latest reported crime year, Atchison recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Atchison?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Atchison. Based on the results of the surveys (5 responses), 60% of people felt that there was very little crime in Atchison and felt safe walking alone at night. While 40% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Atchison a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Atchison is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Atchison has a total crime rate that is 28% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.87 daily crimes (0.09 violent daily crimes and 0.78 daily property crimes) in Atchison.

Has Crime in Atchison Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Atchison. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Atchison has increased by 33.2%. Violent crimes have decreased by 17.1%, while property crimes have increased by 43.7%. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, authorities and communities can identify trends and patterns in criminal activity. This helps in understanding whether crime is increasing, decreasing, or remaining stable over time.

Potential Causes for Crime in Atchison

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Atchison, the cost of living is 20.5% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

In Atchison, the ratio of police officers and civilians stands at 2.27 per 1,000 residents, contrasting with the national average of 3.25. This discrepancy highlights the potential impact of law enforcement and community policing on crime rates. The strength of their collaboration can serve as a deterrent to criminal behavior, fostering a safer environment. Effective law enforcement leans heavily on community policing strategies that prioritize the cultivation of trust and cooperation between police and residents. It's essential to recognize that the effectiveness of these efforts isn't solely tied to the quantity of officers but also hinges on the quality of their engagement with the community.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Atchison has a median home price of $99,600, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Atchison crime map

The Atchison crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Atchison 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 Atchison crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Atchison 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

Atchison crime rates are 28% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Atchison are 14% lower than the national average
In Atchison you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Atchison is safer than 27% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Atchison has increased by 30%

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Daily Crime In Atchison (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Atchison, Kansas is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Atchison are 1.24 times more than the Kansas average and 1.28 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Atchison are 1.30 times less than than Kansas and 1.16 times less than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Atchison are 1.33 times more than than Kansas and 1.36 times more than the national average.

How Safe is Atchison (higher is better)

Is Atchison safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Kansas as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in Atchison to other cities in the state and across the country, Atchison is 36% safer than other cities of Kansas and 27% safer than other cities in the nation. Atchison has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Atchison

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Atchison is 1 in 314

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Atchison is 1 in 38

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

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Atchison, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 314. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 38 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in Atchison is 1 in 34.

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

A good indicator of whether Atchison is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Atchison has decreased by 19%, while the property crime rate in Atchison has increased by 40% year over year. The number of total crimes in Atchison has increased by 30% year over year.

Atchison police department

Item	Atchison	Kansas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	25	5,262	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.3	2.5	3.3

There are a total of 25 Atchison police officers. This results in 2.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 8.2% less than the Kansas average and 30.1% 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}
Wathena, KS	1,520	169	813	982
Weston, MO	1,759	226	1,016	1,242
Bendena, KS	126	413	1,980	2,393
Lancaster, KS	347	507	2,434	2,941
Denton, KS	170	515	2,473	2,988
Nortonville, KS	714	536	2,573	3,110
Effingham, KS	457	582	2,793	3,375
Atchison, KS	10,561	319	2,657	2,977

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Ogdensburg, NY	10,559	302	3,544	3,846
Vermilion, OH	10,559	270	1,635	1,905
Marinette, WI	10,566	399	1,916	2,315
Gateway, FL	10,552	113	680	793
Monroe, WI	10,573	96	1,682	1,778
Atchison, KS	10,561	319	2,657	2,977

Source: The Atchison, 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.