Crime Safety Grade

A

Overland Park, KS Crime Rate

Lower crime than 84% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Overland Park Safe?

With an overall crime index of 71, Overland Park has a 29% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 362. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Mills Farm earning an A+ grade while North Overland Park rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Overland Park
71
Kansas Avg
117
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
71
29% below average
Violent Crime
69
31% below average
Property Crime
75
25% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Overland Park

1 in 362

Property crime: 1 in 333

Where Is It Safe in Overland Park?

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Overland Park Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 18% below avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 35% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 65 ▼ 35%
Assault Violent 70 ▼ 30%
Robbery Violent 72 ▼ 28%
Burglary Property 68 ▼ 32%
Larceny / Theft Property 82 ▼ 18%
Vehicle Theft Property 75 ▼ 25%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Overland Park Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Mills Farm A+ 32
2 South Overland Park A 54
3 North Overland Park A 126

Overland Park Crime by Zip Code

66221
A+ Index: 19
66223
A+ Index: 35
66207
A+ Index: 69
66224
A+ Index: 31
66251
A Index: 85
66213
A Index: 64
66210
A Index: 107
66212
A Index: 123
66204
A- Index: 155
66214
B+ Index: 144

Overland Park Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
193,412
Median Income
$87,629
Home Value
$294,879
Median Rent
$1,200
Home Ownership
63%

Racial Demographics

White
79.9%
Black
6%
Hispanic
7.4%
Asian
8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Overland Park?
Overland Park has an overall crime index of 71, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Overland Park are rated A or B for safety.
Is Overland Park safe to live in?
Overland Park has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Overland Park?
The safest neighborhoods in Overland Park based on crime data include Mills Farm, South Overland Park, and North Overland Park. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Overland Park crime compare to the national average?
Overland Park's overall crime index is 71 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 29% lower than the typical US city.

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