Monroe, KS has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States, with a violent crime rate of 9.7 and a property crime rate of 18.5, both significantly lower than the national averages of 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. However, this does not mean that crime is non-existent in this small town. In recent years, there has been an increase in property crimes such as theft, burglary, and vandalism. This has caused concern among the residents of Monroe, as they are not accustomed to such levels of crime. Local law enforcement has been working diligently to address these issues and keep the community safe. Despite the challenges, Monroe is still considered a relatively safe place to live and raise a family, and efforts are being made to maintain this reputation.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Monroe violent crime is 9.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Monroe property crime is 18.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Monroe, Kansas does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Garnett, Kansas. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Garnett, Kansas. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.