South Central, Wichita Crime Information

Wichita, KS neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics

B+

South Central

Wichita, KS

Crime Score: B+ – Average crime

14,039
Population
$37,045
Median Income
$57,894
Median Home Value
33.0
Median Age

Crime Statistics

Assault 138
Robbery 146
Burglary 137
Larceny/Theft 163
Vehicle Theft 148

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

Housing & Real Estate

$57,894
Median Home Value

Housing Breakdown

Owner Occupied
41.7%
Renter Occupied
58.3%
Vacant
15.3%

Cost of Living

14% lower than national average
🏠 Housing -11%
🛒 Food & Groceries -11%
🚗 Transportation -14%
🏥 Healthcare -14%
💡 Utilities -8%

Compared to U.S. national average

Demographics

Education Level

33.8%
High School+
4.9%
Bachelor's+
2.5%
Graduate

Population by Ethnicity

White
64.3%
Black/African American
9.2%
Hispanic/Latino
31.1%
Asian
3.5%

Weather & Climate

Winter (Jan)
42° / 21°F
Summer (Jul)
93° / 69°F
🌧️
31.8"
Annual Rain
❄️
16.0"
Annual Snow

About South Central

South Central is a neighborhood located in Wichita, KS. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.

The neighborhood has a population of approximately 14,039 residents with a median household income of $37,045 .

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