Lawrence, KS, with a population of approximately 98,000, has a slightly higher rate of violent crime compared to the national average. According to background information, the violent crime rate in Lawrence is 29.4, while the US average is 22.7. This means that residents of Lawrence may be at a slightly higher risk for violent crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Property crime is also a concern in this area, with a rate of 41.7 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While Lawrence may have a higher crime rate than the national average, it is important to note that the city is still relatively safe and the community actively works to prevent and address crime.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Lawrence (zip 66047) violent crime is 29.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Lawrence (zip 66047) property crime is 41.7. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Lawrence, Kansas does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Gardner, Kansas. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Gardner, Kansas. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.