Galena, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Galena Police Department serves the city of Galena, KS in Cherokee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 253 violent crimes and 266 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 36.4 per 100k residents, which is 65.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 72.9 per 100k, 55.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Violent Crime had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 AAnnual Rate36.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents253 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate36.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents56 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate72.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents266 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate36.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents180 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate36.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents39 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 36.4 | A | 253 | 106.2 | -65.7% |
| Property Crime | 72.9 | A | 266 | 163.6 | -55.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 36.4 | F | 56 | 22.3 | +63.7% |
| Larceny | 36.4 | A | 180 | 116.4 | -68.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 36.4 | F | 39 | 22.2 | +64.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baxter Springs | 0 miles | D 131.2 | D 209.9 | Violent: 259.9% higher Property: 187.9% higher |
| Columbus | 0 miles | B 69.9 | C 174.7 | Violent: 91.8% higher Property: 139.7% higher |
| Cherokee | 12 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 141.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 93.8% higher |
| Pittsburg | 23 miles | C 120.9 | F 362.7 | Violent: 231.8% higher Property: 397.7% higher |
| Arma | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 142.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 95.0% higher |