Pittsburg, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pittsburg Police Department serves the city of Pittsburg, KS in Crawford County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,081 violent crimes and 5,103 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 120.9 per 100k residents, which is 13.8% above the national average. Property crime averages 362.7 per 100k, 121.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate120.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,081 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade BAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents46 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents415 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate362.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents5,103 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate58.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents454 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate266.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents4,063 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate33.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents546 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 120.9 | C | 2081 | 106.2 | +13.8% |
| Property Crime | 362.7 | F | 5103 | 163.6 | +121.7% |
| Robbery | 4.8 | B | 46 | 5.8 | -16.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.4 | B | 415 | 22.3 | -13.1% |
| Burglary | 58.0 | F | 454 | 24.0 | +141.5% |
| Larceny | 266.0 | F | 4063 | 116.4 | +128.6% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 33.9 | D | 546 | 22.2 | +52.7% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arma | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 142.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 60.8% lower |
| Frontenac | 0 miles | B 88.0 | C 176.1 | Violent: 27.2% lower Property: 51.5% lower |
| Arcadia | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 386.1 | Violent: N/A Property: 6.4% higher |
| Mulberry | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 191.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 47.1% lower |
| Girard | 1 miles | F 201.0 | B 120.6 | Violent: 66.2% higher Property: 66.8% lower |