Crime in Lawrence, KS is slightly lower than the national average for both violent and property crime. In terms of violent crime, Lawrence has a rate of 19.7 per 100,000 people compared to the US average of 22.7 per 100,000 people. Similarly, the rate of property crime in Lawrence is 56.8 per 100,000 people compared to the US average of 35.4 per 100,000 people. These figures suggest that overall crime levels in Lawrence are lower than what is seen on a national scale, although it still remains an issue that needs addressing.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Lawrence violent crime is 19.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Lawrence property crime is 56.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.