Thayer, KS Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Thayer Safe?
Yes — Thayer is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Thayer has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 392.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 392
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
33% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 114
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
52% lower than national average
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Thayer 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
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
107 | +7% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
97 | -3% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
101 | +1% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
30 | -70% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Thayer, KS?
Thayer, KS has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 392 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 114 chance for property crime. Thayer has lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Thayer, KS safe to live in?
Thayer 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 Thayer is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Thayer?
The estimated violent crime rate in Thayer is 254.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 33% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 392 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.1 per 100K (37% below average); aggravated assault at 140.3 per 100K (48% below average); robbery at 78.8 per 100K (7% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Thayer?
The estimated property crime rate in Thayer is 875.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 52% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 114 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 273.0 per 100K (1% above average); larceny/theft at 424.6 per 100K (70% below average); vehicle theft at 177.7 per 100K (44% below average).
How does Thayer crime compare to the national average?
Thayer's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (7% above average), while larceny/theft is 70% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Thayer has lower crime than 96% of them.
Is Thayer safe to visit?
Thayer is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 52% 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 Thayer crime compare to the rest of Kansas?
Kansas as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Thayer's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Kansas city.
What type of crime is most common in Thayer?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Thayer, with an estimated rate of 424.6 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 70% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (875 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (255 per 100K) in Thayer, which is consistent with national trends.