Is Wichita, KS Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Wichita, Kansas reported 1,017.18 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 4.43 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 787.62 per 100,000 above that reference, with 4,033 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Wichita, Kansas reported 3,522.43 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.18 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 2,415.46 per 100,000 above that reference, with 13,966 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Wichita, Kansas reported 572.27 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.04 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 384.12 per 100,000 above that reference, with 2,269 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Wichita, Kansas reported 574.29 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.98 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 381.29 per 100,000 above that reference, with 2,277 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Wichita, Kansas reported 96.09 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.99 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 47.85 per 100,000 above that reference, with 381 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Wichita, KS has an adjusted safety score of 10.35 out of 100. It ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Kansas. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Kansas workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 381 | 96.09 | 48.24 |
1.99× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 4033 | 1017.18 | 229.56 |
4.43× national |
| Burglary | 2269 | 572.27 | 188.15 |
3.04× national |
| Larceny-theft | 13966 | 3522.43 | 1106.97 |
3.18× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2277 | 574.29 | 193.0 |
2.98× national |
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What drives Wichita's safety score?
Wichita ranks in the bottom quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Kansas, ahead of approximately 0% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 396,488 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 16.73, while Property Security is lowest at 0.0. The 16.73-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Aggravated Assault is highest relative to its national reference at 1017.18 per 100,000 (4.43× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 96.09 per 100,000 (1.99× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Wichita, Kansas recorded 13,966 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 60.9% of the 22,926 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 381 robbery reports (1.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Wichita, Kansas recorded 4,033 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 17.6% of the 22,926 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 381 robbery reports (1.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Wichita, Kansas recorded 2,277 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 9.9% of the 22,926 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 381 robbery reports (1.7%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Wichita, Kansas uses a reporting population of 396,488 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Wichita, Kansas has an adjusted score of 10.35 points out of 100 versus 65.65 in Overland Park, Kansas, a difference of 55.30 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Wichita ranks 3 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Wichita, Kansas has an adjusted score of 10.35 points out of 100 versus 19.2 in Kansas City, Kansas, a difference of 8.85 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Wichita ranks 3 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wichita safe compared to other places in Kansas?
Wichita is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 10.35 out of 100 and ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Kansas.
What is the crime rate in Wichita?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Wichita's safety rating?
Wichita's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 10.35 out of 100, which ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Kansas. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as stable, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Wichita?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Wichita?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.