Key Coalition Neighborhood, Kansas City

Crime Rate & Statistics

D-

High crime area — exercise caution, especially at night

Safer than 6% of neighborhoods in Kansas City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 187 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 161
61% above national avg
City Ranking
6%
safer than other
Kansas City neighborhoods

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Is Key Coalition Safe?

No — this is a high-crime area. Key Coalition in Kansas City, MO has a safety grade of D-. The overall crime index is 187, which is 87% above the national average of 100. Key Coalition is safer than 6% of neighborhoods in Kansas City.

Compared to the Kansas City average (crime index 126), Key Coalition is 61% higher in overall crime. Residents and visitors should exercise extra caution in this area, particularly after dark.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 183, 83% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 107).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 183 (83% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 107 (7% above avg)

Key Coalition Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Kansas City city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
156 +56% High
Assault
183 +83% High
Robbery
107 +7% Moderate
Rape
147 +47% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
172 +72% High
Larceny / Theft
154 +54% High
Vehicle Theft
156 +56% High

How Key Coalition Compares

Crime index by category: Key Coalition vs Kansas City average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Key Coalition Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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Key Coalition Demographics & Context

Population
1,664
Median Income
$23,409
Home Value
$117,792
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
3,294/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 5.8%
Graduate Degree 0%

Housing

39%
61%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 3.5%
Black 90.7%
Hispanic 4.2%
Asian 0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Key Coalition, Kansas City?

Key Coalition in Kansas City, MO has a crime safety grade of D- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 187, which is 87% above the national average. Compared to the Kansas City average, crime in Key Coalition is 61% higher. Key Coalition is safer than 6% of neighborhoods in Kansas City.

Is Key Coalition a safe neighborhood in Kansas City?

Key Coalition has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D-. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Assault (index: 183), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 107).

How does Key Coalition compare to the rest of Kansas City?

Key Coalition's overall crime index is 187, compared to the Kansas City average of 126. This means crime in Key Coalition is 61% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 148, and for property crime it is 161. However, crime can vary block by block, so checking the crime map for specific streets is recommended.

What type of crime is most common in Key Coalition?

The most prevalent crime type in Key Coalition is Assault, with a crime index of 183 (83% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are safer neighborhoods near Key Coalition?

Nearby neighborhoods include Mount Hope, Santa Fe, Linwood Homeowners, Center City. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Key Coalition?

Key Coalition has a population of approximately 1,664. The median household income is $23,409. The median home value is $117,792. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Key Coalition crime compare to the national average?

Key Coalition's overall crime rate is 87% above the national average (index 187 vs 100). Within Kansas City, it is safer than 6% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.