Cedar Vale, KS Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 75% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Cedar Vale Safe?
Yes — Cedar Vale is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Cedar Vale has a crime rate that is 39% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 407.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 407
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
35% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 94
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
42% lower than national average
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Cedar Vale 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
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
69 | -31% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Cedar Vale, KS?
Cedar Vale, KS has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 39% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 407 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 94 chance for property crime. Cedar Vale has lower crime than 75% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Cedar Vale, KS safe to live in?
Cedar Vale is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Cedar Vale is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Cedar Vale?
The estimated violent crime rate in Cedar Vale is 246.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 35% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 407 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.1 per 100K (38% below average); aggravated assault at 169.0 per 100K (37% below average); robbery at 50.8 per 100K (31% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Cedar Vale?
The estimated property crime rate in Cedar Vale is 1,059.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 42% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 94 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 178.9 per 100K (34% below average); larceny/theft at 693.0 per 100K (51% below average); vehicle theft at 187.8 per 100K (41% below average).
How does Cedar Vale crime compare to the national average?
Cedar Vale's overall crime rate is 39% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (31% below average), while larceny/theft is 51% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Cedar Vale has lower crime than 75% of them.
Is Cedar Vale safe to visit?
Cedar Vale is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 42% 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 Cedar Vale crime compare to the rest of Kansas?
Kansas as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Cedar Vale's crime rate is 39% below the national average, making it safer the typical Kansas city.
What type of crime is most common in Cedar Vale?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Cedar Vale, with an estimated rate of 693.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 51% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,060 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (246 per 100K) in Cedar Vale, which is consistent with national trends.