Winfield, KS Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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33%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

9%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

38%

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}	Winfield_{/100k people}	Kansas_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	362	n/a (estimate)	3,091	2,407	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	4.6	6.3
Rape	5	n/a	42.7	45.5	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	8.5	29.2	66.1
Assault	41	n/a	350.0	335.4	268.2
Violent crime	47	n/a (estimate)	401	415	370
Burglary	47	n/a	401.3	273.4	269.8
Theft	241	n/a	2,057.5	1,488.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	27	n/a	230.5	230.2	282.7
Property crime	315	n/a (estimate)	2,689	1,992	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Winfield, 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 Winfield crime rate is higher than the national average by 33%. Specifically, there were 47 violent crimes in Winfield, equivalent to 401 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 8.5%. Furthermore, Winfield recorded 315 property crimes, amounting to 2689 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 37.6%.

The violent crime rate in Winfield closely mirrors the national average among all cities that reported crime, with 401 incidents per 100,000 people. The national average for violent crime per 100,000 people was 370. This consistency highlights Winfield as a community where safety standards are in line with the broader national landscape, providing residents with a reliable sense of security.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Winfield 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.

Is Winfield a Safe Place to Live?

Is Winfield 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, Winfield has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 33%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.99 daily incidents, encompassing 0.13 violent crimes and 0.86 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Winfield as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Winfield Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows residents and potential residents to assess the crime in Winfield. A decrease in crime rates may indicate improving safety, while an increase could raise concerns. The year-over-year crime rate in Winfield has decreased by 2.7%. Violent crimes have increased by 20.5%, while property crimes have decreased by 5.4%. 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 Winfield

In Winfield, the poverty rate currently stands at 18.7%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Winfield crime rates.

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 Winfield, the cost of living is 18.55% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Winfield are $675, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

Winfield crime map

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

Winfield crime rates are 33% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Winfield are 9% higher than the national average
In Winfield you have a 1 in 33 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Winfield is safer than 21% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Winfield has decreased by 2%

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Daily Crime In Winfield (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Winfield, per 100,000 residents. In Winfield, the total number of daily crimes is 1.28 times more than the Kansas average and 1.33 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Winfield are 1.03 times less than the Kansas average and 1.09 times more than the national average. For property crime, Winfield has a daily crime rate that is 1.35 times more than the Kansas average and 1.38 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Winfield (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Winfield, Kansas compared to other areas of Kansas, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Winfield safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Winfield is safer than 27% of Kansas cities, and 21% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Kansas, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Winfield. At this time, Winfield sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Winfield

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Winfield is 1 in 250

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

The chance of being a victim of crime in Winfield is 1 in 33

Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In Winfield, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 250. 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 Winfield is 1 in 33.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Winfield is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Winfield has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have increased by 21% in Winfield, while property crimes in Winfield have decreased by 5%. Total crime has decreased by 2% year over year.

Winfield police department

Item	Winfield	Kansas	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	32	5,262	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.6	2.5	3.3

There are a total of 32 Winfield police officers. This results in 2.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 4.7% greater than the Kansas average and 20.3% 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}
Oxford, KS	1,046	477	954	1,431
Parkerfield, KS	518	352	1,692	2,044
Udall, KS	741	551	2,642	3,193
Arkansas City, KS	11,767	496	2,773	3,268
Burden, KS	632	600	2,882	3,482
Atlanta, KS	130	608	2,920	3,528
Geuda Springs, KS	133	614	2,945	3,559
Winfield, KS	11,990	401	2,689	3,091

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Fuller Heights, FL	11,989	256	1,545	1,801
Brown Deer, WI	11,987	257	5,095	5,352
Cloquet, MN	11,994	251	1,428	1,679
Norton, OH	11,984	139	1,625	1,764
Prairie Ridge, WA	11,980	437	3,902	4,339
Winfield, KS	11,990	401	2,689	3,091

Source: The Winfield, 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.