Southland Neighborhood, Kansas City

Last updated: June 16, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Summary: Southland, Kansas City Crime Rate (2026)

Southland in Kansas City, MO has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: June 16, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 135 / 300 High

Violent Crime 59

41% below national avg

Property Crime 92

8% below national avg

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Is Southland Safe?

Yes — this neighborhood has good safety. Southland in Kansas City, MO has a safety grade of B. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100.

Compared to the Kansas City average (crime index 126), Southland is 9% higher in overall crime. Crime levels here are roughly in line with the city average.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 5). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 166 (66% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 5 (95% below avg)

Southland Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Kansas City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	26	-74%	-98%	Low
Assault	166	+66%	+37%	High
Robbery	5	-95%	-104%	Low
Rape	39	-61%	N/A	Low
Property Crime
Burglary	114	+14%	-5%	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	82	-18%	-51%	Average
Vehicle Theft	79	-21%	-53%	Low

How Southland Compares

Crime index by category: Southland vs Kansas City average vs national average.

Crime by Category

Overall Crime Comparison

Southland Crime Map

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

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Southland Demographics & Context

Population

141

Median Income

$46,860

Home Value

$92,528

Median Age

Pop. Density

5,406/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 0%

Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

59%

41%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 3.6%

Black 89.5%

Hispanic 3.2%

Asian 0%

Nearby Neighborhoods

Oak Park Northwest Index: 169

Ivanhoe Northeast Index: 185

Palestine West / Oak Park Northeast Index: 170

D+

Palestine East Index: 149

C-

Linwood Homeowners Index: 176

D+

Key Coalition Index: 187

D-

Oak Park Southwest Index: 153

C+

Santa Fe Index: 152

C-

Southland Crime Map

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Kansas City Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Southland, Kansas City?

Southland in Kansas City, MO has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Compared to the Kansas City average, crime in Southland is 9% higher.

Is Southland a safe neighborhood in Kansas City?

Southland is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Kansas City, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Assault (index: 166), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 5).

How does Southland compare to the rest of Kansas City?

Southland's overall crime index is 135, compared to the Kansas City average of 126. This means crime in Southland is 9% higher than the city average. For violent crime, the index is 59, and for property crime it is 92. 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 Southland?

The most prevalent crime type in Southland is Assault, with a crime index of 166 (66% 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 Southland?

Nearby neighborhoods include Oak Park Northwest, Ivanhoe Northeast, Palestine West / Oak Park Northeast, Palestine East. Check their individual crime statistics pages for detailed safety information.

What are the demographics of Southland?

Southland has a population of approximately 141. The median household income is $46,860. The median home value is $92,528. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Southland crime compare to the national average?

Southland's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). 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 June 2026.