Merriam, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Merriam Police Department serves the city of Merriam, KS in Johnson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,118 violent crimes and 3,105 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 91.8 per 100k residents, which is 13.5% below the national average. Property crime averages 468.3 per 100k, 186.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape 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 BAnnual Rate91.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,118 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate18.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate18.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents240 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate468.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,105 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate27.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents180 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate339.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,309 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate91.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents611 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 91.8 | B | 1118 | 106.2 | -13.5% |
| Property Crime | 468.3 | F | 3105 | 163.6 | +186.2% |
| Rape | 18.4 | F | 27 | 3.5 | +419.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 18.4 | B | 240 | 22.3 | -17.5% |
| Burglary | 27.6 | C | 180 | 24.0 | +14.7% |
| Larceny | 339.8 | F | 2309 | 116.4 | +192.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 91.8 | F | 611 | 22.2 | +314.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mission | 2 miles | D 143.6 | F 318.1 | Violent: 56.4% higher Property: 32.1% lower |
| Roeland Park | 3 miles | B 89.2 | C 178.5 | Violent: 2.8% lower Property: 61.9% lower |
| Prairie Village | 4 miles | A 48.0 | A 95.9 | Violent: 47.8% lower Property: 79.5% lower |
| Lenexa | 4 miles | B 69.3 | B 138.6 | Violent: 24.5% lower Property: 70.4% lower |
| Fairway | 4 miles | B 71.9 | A 71.9 | Violent: 21.7% lower Property: 84.6% lower |