Neighborhood Crime Report
South Area
Wichita, KS
A-
Crime Score
Very low crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
82
18% below avg
Robbery
77
23% below avg
Burglary
169
69% above avg
Larceny/Theft
112
12% above avg
Vehicle Theft
110
10% above avg
Demographics
$122,991
Average Home
$66,147
Average Income
6,346
Population
34.0
Average Age
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South Area Details
South Area, Wichita Crime Information
Wichita, KS neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
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South Area
Wichita, KS
Crime Score: A- – Very low crime
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6,346
Population
$66,147
Median Income
$122,991
Median Home Value
34.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
82
Robbery
77
Burglary
169
Larceny/Theft
112
Vehicle Theft
110
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$122,991
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
73.1%
Renter Occupied
26.9%
Cost of Living
↓
7% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-7%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-6%
🚗 Transportation
-6%
🏥 Healthcare
-9%
💡 Utilities
-7%
Demographics
Education Level
32.3%
High School+
9.5%
Bachelor's+
2.2%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
70.9%
Black/African American
6.6%
Hispanic/Latino
18.6%
Asian
7.0%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
42° / 21°F
Summer (Jul)
93° / 69°F
🌧️
32.2"
Annual Rain
❄️
16.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About South Area
South Area is a neighborhood located in Wichita, KS. With a crime score of A-, this area has very low crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 6,346 residents with a median household income of $66,147.
Safety Tips
- Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
- Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
- Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
- Report suspicious activity to local authorities