Norton, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Norton Police Department serves the city of Norton, KS in Norton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 117 violent crimes and 114 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 73.9 per 100k residents, which is 30.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 73.9 per 100k, 54.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary 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 BAnnual Rate73.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents117 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate73.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents114 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate37.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents24 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate37.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents80 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 73.9 | B | 117 | 106.2 | -30.4% |
| Property Crime | 73.9 | A | 114 | 163.6 | -54.8% |
| Burglary | 37.0 | D | 24 | 24.0 | +53.9% |
| Larceny | 37.0 | A | 80 | 116.4 | -68.2% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hill City | 29 miles | D 142.8 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 93.1% higher Property: N/A |
| Oberlin | 30 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Hoxie | 42 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 83.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 12.9% higher |
| Plainville | 50 miles | F 172.6 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 133.4% higher Property: N/A |
| Wa Keeney | 52 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |