Argonia, KS Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Argonia Safe?
Yes — Argonia is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Argonia has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 508.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 508
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
48% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 119
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
54% lower than national average
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Argonia Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
40 | -60% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Argonia, KS?
Argonia, KS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 508 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 119 chance for property crime. Argonia has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Argonia, KS safe to live in?
Argonia is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Argonia is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Argonia?
The estimated violent crime rate in Argonia is 196.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 48% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 508 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (51% below average); aggravated assault at 127.0 per 100K (53% below average); robbery at 46.4 per 100K (37% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Argonia?
The estimated property crime rate in Argonia is 843.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 119 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 163.9 per 100K (39% below average); larceny/theft at 557.9 per 100K (60% below average); vehicle theft at 121.5 per 100K (62% below average).
How does Argonia crime compare to the national average?
Argonia's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (37% below average), while vehicle theft is 62% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Argonia has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Argonia safe to visit?
Argonia is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 54% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Argonia crime compare to the rest of Kansas?
Kansas as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Argonia's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Kansas city.
What type of crime is most common in Argonia?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Argonia, with an estimated rate of 557.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 60% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (843 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (197 per 100K) in Argonia, which is consistent with national trends.