Arkansas City, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Arkansas City Police Department serves the city of Arkansas City, KS in Cowley County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,528 violent crimes and 1,963 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 151.2 per 100k residents, which is 42.4% above the national average. Property crime averages 168.0 per 100k, 2.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate151.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,528 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents12 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate58.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents257 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate168.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,963 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents339 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate151.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,494 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 151.2 | D | 1528 | 106.2 | +42.4% |
| Property Crime | 168.0 | C | 1963 | 163.6 | +2.7% |
| Robbery | 8.4 | D | 12 | 5.8 | +44.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 58.8 | F | 257 | 22.3 | +164.2% |
| Burglary | 16.8 | B | 339 | 24.0 | -30.1% |
| Larceny | 151.2 | D | 1494 | 116.4 | +30.0% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burden | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Udall | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 152.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 9.1% lower |
| Winfield | 9 miles | C 111.4 | F 265.7 | Violent: 26.3% lower Property: 58.1% higher |
| Derby | 32 miles | C 119.7 | C 189.1 | Violent: 20.9% lower Property: 12.6% higher |
| Augusta | 33 miles | F 184.5 | C 162.8 | Violent: 22.0% higher Property: 3.1% lower |