Wamego, KS Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Wamego Police Department serves the city of Wamego, KS in Pottawatomie, Wabaunsee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 230 violent crimes and 254 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 61.2 per 100k residents, which is 42.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 40.8 per 100k, 75.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 Rate61.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents230 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate40.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents47 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate40.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents254 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate40.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents208 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 61.2 | A | 230 | 106.2 | -42.3% |
| Property Crime | 40.8 | A | 254 | 163.6 | -75.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 40.8 | F | 47 | 22.3 | +83.4% |
| Larceny | 40.8 | A | 208 | 116.4 | -64.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Marys | 0 miles | D 144.5 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 136.0% higher Property: N/A |
| St. George | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Onaga | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Havensville | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Frankfort | 23 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |