Wichita, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wichita Police Department serves the city of Wichita, KS in Sedgwick County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 76,881 violent crimes and 94,658 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 313.9 per 100k residents, which is 195.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 447.3 per 100k, 173.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 41 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 Rate313.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents76,881 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade DAnnual Rate0.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents206 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents1,833 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents2,097 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate78.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents19,080 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate447.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents94,658 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate53.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents11,565 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate339.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents71,645 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate52.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents10,858 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 313.9 | F | 76881 | 106.2 | +195.6% |
| Property Crime | 447.3 | F | 94658 | 163.6 | +173.4% |
| Homicide | 0.8 | D | 206 | 0.5 | +42.6% |
| Rape | 6.6 | F | 1833 | 3.5 | +86.1% |
| Robbery | 8.8 | D | 2097 | 5.8 | +52.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 78.2 | F | 19080 | 22.3 | +251.2% |
| Burglary | 53.9 | F | 11565 | 24.0 | +124.2% |
| Larceny | 339.8 | F | 71645 | 116.4 | +192.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 52.4 | F | 10858 | 22.2 | +136.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 41 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Bisexual | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 2 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 18 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 6 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colwich | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Cheney | 7 miles | D 139.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 55.6% lower Property: N/A |
| Clearwater | 7 miles | A 38.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 87.9% lower Property: N/A |
| Goddard | 7 miles | A 17.3 | B 120.9 | Violent: 94.5% lower Property: 73.0% lower |
| Garden Plain | 7 miles | F 217.6 | B 108.8 | Violent: 30.7% lower Property: 75.7% lower |