Sterling, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sterling Police Department serves the city of Sterling, KS in Rice County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 78 violent crimes and 207 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 43.6 per 100k residents, which is 58.9% below the national average. Property crime averages 43.6 per 100k, 73.3% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime 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 AAnnual Rate43.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate43.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents207 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate43.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents140 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 43.6 | A | 78 | 106.2 | -58.9% |
| Property Crime | 43.6 | A | 207 | 163.6 | -73.3% |
| Burglary | 43.6 | F | 140 | 24.0 | +81.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bushton | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Geneseo | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Little River | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Chase | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lyons | 0 miles | A 56.1 | D 252.3 | Violent: 28.6% higher Property: 478.6% higher |