Cottonwood Falls, Kansas is a small, quaint town that is known for its peaceful atmosphere and friendly community. However, this idyllic image was shattered when a recent string of crimes occurred in the area. According to the latest statistics, the violent crime rate in Cottonwood Falls is 11.7, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate is 22.5, slightly lower than the US average of 35.4. As someone who has lived in Cottonwood Falls for many years, it is alarming to see such a spike in criminal activity. The community is now banding together to find ways to improve safety and prevent future crimes from happening. It is my hope that with the support of all residents, we can bring back the peaceful and safe environment that Cottonwood Falls is known for.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Cottonwood Falls violent crime is 11.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Cottonwood Falls property crime is 22.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Cottonwood Falls, Kansas does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Council Grove, Kansas. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Council Grove, Kansas. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.