Liberty, KS Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 93% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Liberty Safe?
Yes — Liberty is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Liberty has a crime rate that is 49% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 293.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 293
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
10% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 194
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
72% lower than national average
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Liberty 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
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
73 | -27% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
133 | +33% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
135 | +35% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
93 | -7% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
15 | -85% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
18 | -82% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Liberty Crime Map
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Liberty Crime by Zip Code
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Liberty Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Liberty, KS?
Liberty, KS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 49% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 293 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 194 chance for property crime. Liberty has lower crime than 93% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Liberty, KS safe to live in?
Liberty 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 Liberty is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Liberty?
The estimated violent crime rate in Liberty is 341.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 10% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 293 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (49% below average); aggravated assault at 195.1 per 100K (27% below average); robbery at 98.0 per 100K (33% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Liberty?
The estimated property crime rate in Liberty is 516.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 72% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 194 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 250.9 per 100K (7% below average); larceny/theft at 206.5 per 100K (85% below average); vehicle theft at 58.7 per 100K (82% below average).
How does Liberty crime compare to the national average?
Liberty's overall crime rate is 49% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (35% above average), while larceny/theft is 85% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Liberty has lower crime than 93% of them.
Is Liberty safe to visit?
Liberty is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 72% 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 Liberty crime compare to the rest of Kansas?
Kansas as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Liberty's crime rate is 49% below the national average, making it safer the typical Kansas city.
What type of crime is most common in Liberty?
Burglary is the most common crime in Liberty, with an estimated rate of 250.9 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 7% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (516 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (341 per 100K) in Liberty, which is consistent with national trends.