Located in northeastern Kansas, Douglas County has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the county's violent crime rate is 13.7, significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. Property crime in Douglas County is also relatively low at 32.1, compared to the national average of 35.4. Despite these relatively low numbers, the county has still experienced its fair share of crime. The most common types of crime reported in Douglas County include theft, burglary, and assault. However, the county's law enforcement agencies have worked diligently to combat these crimes and maintain a safe community for its residents. With a strong focus on community involvement and prevention strategies, Douglas County continues to strive for lower crime rates and a peaceful environment for its citizens.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Douglas County violent crime is 13.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Douglas County property crime is 32.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Douglas, Kansas does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Lawrence, Kansas. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Lawrence, Kansas. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.