2025 Compare Cities Crime:
McPherson, KS vs West Des Moines, IA

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- West Des Moines has 13% more violent crime than McPherson.
- West Des Moines has 32% less property crime than McPherson.
 McPherson, KSWest Des Moines, IAUnited States
 Violent Crime  Unlock1522.7
 Property Crime53.7  Unlock35.4

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Reviews for Mcpherson    6 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I have been visiting McPherson for many years since stumbling across the place in 2009 on a road trip. The town has always been a peaceful place with wonderful parks;  More

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This is an ok place to live if you are white straight christan republican and like to think you're the only ones on this planet. If not, it's the most racially  More

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Over 16 years ago

McPherson is located in the center of the state. Easy to get to by I-135 & US 56 Highway. The community has a wholesome attitude, appreciating the simple lifestyle,  More

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Reviews for West Des Moines    4 Reviews

Over 16 years ago

I just moved here from out-of-state a few months ago and have been pleasantly surprised by the broad range of activities and amenities available in this medium sized IA  More

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Over 16 years ago

Am contemplating a move to WDM from the East Coast (NYC). Might there be anyone out there that may have experienced this and could offer guidance or comment. Thanks.   More

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We just moved to West Des Moines and we love it here! We moved here three months ago and every weekend we have been able to do something different and fun. There is  More

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Cities with the Least Crime Near McPherson, KansasCrime Index
 Elyria, KS 
 Roxbury, KS10.75
 Inman, KS12.05
 Moundridge, KS12.3
 Windom, KS14.2
 Galva, KS15.85
 Marquette, KS17.7
 Canton, KS19.75
 Lindsborg, KS20.35
 McPherson, KS33.4

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