Clay Center, KS Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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4%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

32%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

2%

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}	Clay Center_{/100k people}	Kansas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	99	n/a (estimate)	2,412	2,407	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	4.6	6.3
Rape	1	n/a	24.4	45.5	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	24.4	29.2	66.1
Assault	18	n/a	438.5	335.4	268.2
Violent crime	20	n/a (estimate)	487	415	370
Burglary	20	n/a	487.2	273.4	269.8
Theft	54	n/a	1,315.5	1,488.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	5	n/a	121.8	230.2	282.7
Property crime	79	n/a (estimate)	1,924	1,992	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Clay Center, 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 Clay Center crime rate is higher than the national average by 3.8%. Specifically, there were 20 violent crimes in Clay Center, equivalent to 487 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 31.8%. Furthermore, Clay Center recorded 79 property crimes, amounting to 1924 per 100,000 residents, which was lower than the average by 1.5%.

In terms of the total Clay Center crime rate per 100,000 people, it falls within the midrange when compared to other cities across the United States. Our analysis of total crimes, encompassing both violent and property offenses in Clay Center, revealed that the reported crime rates closely align with the nationwide average reported by other areas.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Clay Center reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Clay Center is very similar to the national average. Clay Center had a property crime rate of 1924, while the national average was 1954. Based on these numbers, you could expect an average amount of property crime in this area.

Is Clay Center a Safe Place to Live?

Is Clay Center 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, Clay Center has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 4%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.27 daily incidents, encompassing 0.05 violent crimes and 0.22 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Clay Center as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Clay Center 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 Clay Center 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 Clay Center has decreased by 7.5% year over year. Violent crime has increased by 53.9% and property crime has decreased by 16%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Clay Center

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Clay Center crime rates. For instance, in Clay Center, the population density stands at 1255.8 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

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 Clay Center, 88.8% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In Clay Center, the cost of living is 15.09% lower than the national average.

Clay Center crime map

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

Clay Center crime rates are 4% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Clay Center are 32% higher than the national average
In Clay Center you have a 1 in 42 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Clay Center is safer than 21% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Clay Center has decreased by 11%

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Daily Crime In Clay Center (per 100,000 people)

The number of daily crimes per 100,000 residents in Clay Center, Kansas is displayed in the graph above. As you can see, the daily crimes for Clay Center are 1.00 times more than the Kansas average and 1.04 times more than the national level. Daily violent crimes in Clay Center are 1.18 times more than than Kansas and 1.32 times more than the national mean. While daily property crimes in Clay Center are 1.04 times less than than Kansas and 1.02 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Clay Center (higher is better)

Are people any safer living in Clay Center in comparison to other Kansas communities and all other areas throughout the United States? When we look at all cities across America, is Clay Center safe? The evidence provided by these graphs show Clay Center being safer than 25% of cities in Kansas and 21% of cities across the United States. This is evident by tracking Kansas cities as well as all US cities over a one year period to contrast crime statistics as they relate to Clay Center. In conclusion, Clay Center ranks below average compared to the rest of the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Clay Center

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Clay Center is 1 in 206

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Clay Center is 1 in 52

The chance of being a victim of crime in Clay Center is 1 in 42

Wondering what the chances are that you fall victim to a crime in Clay Center? In Clay Center, KS you have a 1 in 206 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 52 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and motor vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 42 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Clay Center.

Year Over Year Crime In Clay Center (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Clay Center, Kansas (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Clay Center has increased by 48%, the amount of property crime in Clay Center has decreased by 19%, and the total amount of crime in Clay Center has decreased by 11% year over year.

Clay Center police department

Item	Clay Center	Kansas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	9	5,262	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.1	2.5	3.3

There are a total of 9 Clay Center police officers. This results in 2.1 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 16.9% less than the Kansas average and 36.7% 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}
Wakefield, KS	952	159	762	921
Milford, KS	347	452	2,169	2,620
Vining, KS	80	549	2,634	3,182
Clyde, KS	806	566	2,717	3,284
Leonardville, KS	647	567	2,722	3,289
Clifton, KS	393	575	2,761	3,336
Morganville, KS	197	589	2,826	3,415
Clay Center, KS	4,007	487	1,924	2,412

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Kildeer, IL	4,007	47	825	873
Centerville, MN	4,006	119	832	950
Fredericktown, MO	4,006	322	2,941	3,262
Greencastle, PA	4,008	165	873	1,038
Akron, PA	4,006	138	733	871
Clay Center, KS	4,007	487	1,924	2,412

Source: The Clay Center, 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.