Kansas City, MO has higher than average violent and property crime rates. With a violent crime rate of 70.8, which is more than three times the US average of 22.7, and a property crime rate of 65.4, which is nearly double the US average of 35.4, it is clear that this city faces serious issues with regards to criminal activity. The high rates of crime can be attributed to various factors such as poverty, income inequality and weak law enforcement policies. It is essential for the authorities in Kansas City to take proactive action towards reducing these alarming crime statistics in order to make the city safer for its residents and visitors alike.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Kansas City violent crime is 70.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Kansas City property crime is 65.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.