Garden Plain, KS Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Garden Plain Safe?
Yes — Garden Plain is extremely safe
One of the safest cities in the country, with crime rates significantly below the national average.
Garden Plain has a crime rate that is 53% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 390.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 390
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
33% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 337
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
84% lower than national average
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Garden Plain 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
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
111 | +11% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
111 | +11% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
30 | -70% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
7 | -93% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Garden Plain Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Garden Plain, KS?
Garden Plain, KS has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 53% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 390 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 337 chance for property crime. Garden Plain has lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Garden Plain, KS safe to live in?
Garden Plain 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 Garden Plain is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Garden Plain?
The estimated violent crime rate in Garden Plain is 256.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 33% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 390 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.8 per 100K (45% below average); aggravated assault at 134.0 per 100K (50% below average); robbery at 81.9 per 100K (11% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Garden Plain?
The estimated property crime rate in Garden Plain is 296.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 84% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 337 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 81.2 per 100K (70% below average); larceny/theft at 98.8 per 100K (93% below average); vehicle theft at 116.4 per 100K (63% below average).
How does Garden Plain crime compare to the national average?
Garden Plain's overall crime rate is 53% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (11% above average), while larceny/theft is 93% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Garden Plain has lower crime than 99% of them.
Is Garden Plain safe to visit?
Garden Plain is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 84% 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 Garden Plain crime compare to the rest of Kansas?
Kansas as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Garden Plain's crime rate is 53% below the national average, making it safer the typical Kansas city.
What type of crime is most common in Garden Plain?
Aggravated assault is the most common crime in Garden Plain, with an estimated rate of 134.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 50% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (296 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (256 per 100K) in Garden Plain, which is consistent with national trends.