Yates Center, KS Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 89% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Yates Center Safe?
Yes — Yates Center is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Yates Center has a crime rate that is 48% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 481.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 481
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
45% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 134
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
59% lower than national average
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Yates Center 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
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
53 | -47% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
32 | -68% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Yates Center Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Yates Center, KS?
Yates Center, KS has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 48% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 481 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 134 chance for property crime. Yates Center has lower crime than 89% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Yates Center, KS safe to live in?
Yates Center 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 Yates Center is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Yates Center?
The estimated violent crime rate in Yates Center is 208.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 45% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 481 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.7 per 100K (46% below average); aggravated assault at 146.8 per 100K (45% below average); robbery at 38.4 per 100K (48% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Yates Center?
The estimated property crime rate in Yates Center is 745.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 59% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 134 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 142.4 per 100K (47% below average); larceny/theft at 449.6 per 100K (68% below average); vehicle theft at 153.4 per 100K (52% below average).
How does Yates Center crime compare to the national average?
Yates Center's overall crime rate is 48% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (40% below average), while larceny/theft is 68% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Yates Center has lower crime than 89% of them.
Is Yates Center safe to visit?
Yates Center is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 59% 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 Yates Center crime compare to the rest of Kansas?
Kansas as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Yates Center's crime rate is 48% below the national average, making it safer the typical Kansas city.
What type of crime is most common in Yates Center?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Yates Center, with an estimated rate of 449.6 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 68% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (745 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (208 per 100K) in Yates Center, which is consistent with national trends.