Salina, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Salina Police Department serves the city of Salina, KS in Saline County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,329 violent crimes and 8,062 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 224.3 per 100k residents, which is 111.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 246.0 per 100k, 50.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 22 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 FAnnual Rate224.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,329 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate2.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents10 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents210 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents137 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents818 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate246.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents8,062 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate19.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents1,032 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate202.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents6,284 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents658 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 224.3 | F | 6329 | 106.2 | +111.1% |
| Property Crime | 246.0 | D | 8062 | 163.6 | +50.4% |
| Homicide | 2.2 | F | 10 | 0.5 | +309.1% |
| Rape | 6.5 | F | 210 | 3.5 | +84.6% |
| Robbery | 8.7 | D | 137 | 5.8 | +49.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.5 | D | 818 | 22.3 | +36.9% |
| Burglary | 19.6 | B | 1032 | 24.0 | -18.4% |
| Larceny | 202.5 | F | 6284 | 116.4 | +74.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.8 | C | 658 | 22.2 | -1.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 22 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 6 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 9 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assaria | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Minneapolis | 20 miles | F 309.6 | A 103.2 | Violent: 38.1% higher Property: 58.1% lower |
| Delphos | 21 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Abilene | 25 miles | C 124.3 | A 93.2 | Violent: 44.6% lower Property: 62.1% lower |
| Herington | 25 miles | B 87.8 | A 43.9 | Violent: 60.8% lower Property: 82.1% lower |