Atchison County Crime & Safety
Atchison County, Kansas
FBI UCRSafety Score
17/100
Higher = safer
Safety Rating
High Crime
Total Crime Rate
2256.4
per 100K population
Crime Statistics
Violent Crime Rate
269.8
per 100K population
National avg 380.7
Property Crime Rate
1986.6
per 100K population
National avg 1954.4
Safety Score
17/100
Higher = safer
State avg 52/100
State Safety Rank
#90
of 105 counties (1 = safest)
Data Story
About Crime & Safety in Atchison County, Kansas
Atchison County Stays Below National Crime Levels
The county reports a total crime rate of 2,256.4 per 100K, remaining slightly below the national average of 2,385.5. This results in an overall safety score of 96.4.
Safety Metrics Just Below State Average
Atchison County's safety score of 96.4 is a few points lower than the Kansas state average of 98.0. Two reporting agencies provide the data that shapes this local safety profile.
Comparing Safety with Neighboring Brown County
The crime rate in Atchison County is higher than in nearby Brown County, which sees only 1,465.3 incidents per 100K. However, it remains safer than more distant Allen County.
Property Incidents Outpace Violent Crime
Property crime is the dominant issue at 1,986.6 per 100K, compared to a violent crime rate of 269.8. Most law enforcement activity focuses on theft and larceny cases.
Secure Property to Prevent Local Theft
Since property crime is the primary risk, installing security cameras or smart doorbells provides a strong deterrent. Keeping outbuildings and garages locked can significantly reduce your risk of property loss.
Crime Advisory: Atchison County
Safety Verdict
Atchison County has a safety score of 17/100, indicating a higher crime area with elevated overall crime (2256.4 incidents per 100,000 residents, 2022 data).
Violent vs. Property Crime
Violent crime stands at 269.8 per 100K and property crime at 1986.6 per 100K (2022 data). In this county, property crime dominates.
Data Coverage
This data reflects partial coverage from 2 law enforcement agencies in Atchison County for 2022. Figures may underrepresent actual crime levels due to incomplete reporting.
State Comparison
Compared to the rest of Kansas, total crime is 76% above the Kansas average and its safety score is 35 points below the state mean.
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Data Sources
Crime data sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer (UCR) and County Health Rankings. Safety scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Not legal or security advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.