Emporia, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Emporia Police Department serves the city of Emporia, KS in Lyon County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,108 violent crimes and 2,435 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 46.1 per 100k residents, which is 56.6% below the national average. Property crime averages 150.8 per 100k, 7.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 Rate46.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,108 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents68 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade DAnnual Rate8.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents20 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents190 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate150.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,435 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate20.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents376 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate113.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,928 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate16.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents124 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 46.1 | A | 1108 | 106.2 | -56.6% |
| Property Crime | 150.8 | C | 2435 | 163.6 | -7.8% |
| Rape | 4.2 | C | 68 | 3.5 | +18.5% |
| Robbery | 8.4 | D | 20 | 5.8 | +44.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.6 | A | 190 | 22.3 | -43.5% |
| Burglary | 20.9 | B | 376 | 24.0 | -12.8% |
| Larceny | 113.1 | C | 1928 | 116.4 | -2.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 16.8 | B | 124 | 22.2 | -24.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Americus | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Lebo | 28 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 114.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 24.4% lower |
| Waverly | 28 miles | F 175.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 280.0% higher Property: N/A |
| Le Roy | 28 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Osage City | 28 miles | C 107.3 | A 71.5 | Violent: 132.7% higher Property: 52.6% lower |