Based on 2026 FBI crime data compiled by AreaVibes and Reolink, these are the 10 most dangerous cities in Kansas ranked by violent crime rates per 100,000 residents. All have violent crime rates significantly above the state average.
10 Worst Cities Ranked
Key Crime Details by City
Parsons (#1)
- 182% higher violent crime rate than Kansas average
- 3.39 violent crimes per day
- Struggles with poverty, unemployment, and gang activity
Kansas City (#2)
- 139% higher than state average
- 2.87 violent crimes per day
- Higher poverty and unemployment contribute to crime
Topeka (#3)
- 95% higher than state average
- 2.35 violent crimes per day
- Widespread violent crime, aggravated assault and domestic disputes
Junction City (#4)
- 77% higher than average
- Fort Riley military base creates transient population
- Assault, burglary, and vehicle theft dominant
Wichita (#6)
- Kansas’s largest city with 5-homicide rate
- 1,132 violent crimes per 100k (164% above state average)
- Property crime: 5,865 per 100k
Statewide Context
Kansas violent crime has declined 3.7% from 2022–2023, dropping to 4.5 incidents per 1,000 residents:
- Murder and robbery declined modestly
- Rape reports fell 12.6%
- Property crime climbed 2.6%, driven by 4.8% increase in motor-vehicle theft
Safest Cities in Kansas (For Comparison)
The safest Kansas cities include Eudora, Andover, Prairie Village, and Leawood, each with violent crime rates below 1 incident per 1,000 residents.
Bottom Line
These 10 cities have the highest violent crime rates in Kansas, with Parsons ranking as the most dangerous city at 1,238 violent crimes per 100,000 people. If you’re moving to Kansas and prioritize safety, you’ll want to avoid these areas and consider safer suburbs like Andover, Prairie Village, or Leawood instead.
SOURCES :
- https://www.areavibes.com/ks/most-dangerous-cities/
- https://www.safewise.com/research/safest-cities/kansas/
