New Salem, Wichita Crime Information

Wichita, KS neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

D+

New Salem

Wichita, KS

Crime Score: D+ – Above average crime

568
Population
$28,120
Median Income
$41,865
Median Home Value
32.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 185
Robbery 172
Burglary 143
Larceny/Theft 173
Vehicle Theft 182

Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.

Housing & Real Estate

$41,865
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
29.6%
Renter Occupied
70.4%
Vacant
25.4%

Cost of Living

32% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -26%
🛒 Food & Groceries -29%
🚗 Transportation -33%
🏥 Healthcare -37%
💡 Utilities -24%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

32.4%
High School+
11.3%
Bachelor's+
2.1%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
34.0%
Black/African American
32.1%
Hispanic/Latino
36.2%
Asian
14.3%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
42° / 21°F
Summer (Jul)
93° / 69°F
🌧️
32.2"
Annual Rain
❄️
16.0"
Annual Snow

About New Salem

New Salem is a neighborhood located in Wichita, KS. With a crime score of D+, this area has above average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 568 residents with a median household income of $28,120 .

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