Kismet, KS Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 78% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Kismet Safe?
Yes — Kismet is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Kismet has a crime rate that is 41% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 380.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 380
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
31% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 239
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
77% lower than national average
Want to know the crime risk at your exact address?
Kismet 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
|
43 | -57% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
87 | -13% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
88 | -12% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
87 | -13% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
9 | -91% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
19 | -81% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Kismet Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
See the crime score for a specific address
Kismet Crime by Zip Code
Explore crime data for specific Kismet zip codes.
Kismet Demographics & Context
Racial Demographics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Kismet, KS?
Kismet, KS has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 41% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 380 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 239 chance for property crime. Kismet has lower crime than 78% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Kismet, KS safe to live in?
Kismet 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 Kismet is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Kismet?
The estimated violent crime rate in Kismet is 263.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 31% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 380 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.1 per 100K (57% below average); aggravated assault at 167.0 per 100K (38% below average); robbery at 64.4 per 100K (13% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Kismet?
The estimated property crime rate in Kismet is 418.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 77% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 239 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 233.6 per 100K (13% below average); larceny/theft at 124.7 per 100K (91% below average); vehicle theft at 60.5 per 100K (81% below average).
How does Kismet crime compare to the national average?
Kismet's overall crime rate is 41% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (12% below average), while larceny/theft is 91% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Kismet has lower crime than 78% of them.
Is Kismet safe to visit?
Kismet is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 77% 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 Kismet crime compare to the rest of Kansas?
Kansas as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Kismet's crime rate is 41% below the national average, making it safer the typical Kansas city.
What type of crime is most common in Kismet?
Burglary is the most common crime in Kismet, with an estimated rate of 233.6 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 13% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (419 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (263 per 100K) in Kismet, which is consistent with national trends.