Augusta, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Augusta Police Department serves the city of Augusta, KS in Butler County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 743 violent crimes and 1,341 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 184.5 per 100k residents, which is 73.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 162.8 per 100k, 0.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Aggravated Assault had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 Rate184.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents743 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents92 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate162.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,341 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate21.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents199 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate141.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,067 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 184.5 | F | 743 | 106.2 | +73.7% |
| Property Crime | 162.8 | C | 1341 | 163.6 | -0.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 10.8 | A | 92 | 22.3 | -51.3% |
| Burglary | 21.7 | C | 199 | 24.0 | -9.6% |
| Larceny | 141.1 | D | 1067 | 116.4 | +21.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hindu | 1 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Dorado | 9 miles | C 108.8 | A 62.1 | Violent: 41.1% lower Property: 61.8% lower |
| Andover | 9 miles | A 62.6 | B 131.5 | Violent: 66.1% lower Property: 19.2% lower |
| Rose Hill | 9 miles | C 115.0 | A 23.0 | Violent: 37.7% lower Property: 85.9% lower |
| Leon | 9 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Benton | 9 miles | C 106.3 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 42.4% lower Property: N/A |