Is Overland Park, KS Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Overland Park, Kansas reported 14.71 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.30 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 33.53 per 100,000 below that reference, with 29 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Overland Park, Kansas reported 130.33 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.57 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 99.23 per 100,000 below that reference, with 257 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Overland Park, Kansas reported 148.07 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.79 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 40.08 per 100,000 below that reference, with 292 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Overland Park, Kansas reported 1,170.39 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.06 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 63.42 per 100,000 above that reference, with 2,308 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Overland Park, Kansas reported 194.22 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.01 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 1.22 per 100,000 above that reference, with 383 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Overland Park, KS has an adjusted safety score of 65.65 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Kansas. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Kansas workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 29 | 14.71 | 48.24 | 0.3× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 257 | 130.33 | 229.56 | 0.57× national |
| Burglary | 292 | 148.07 | 188.15 | 0.79× national |
| Larceny-theft | 2308 | 1170.39 | 1106.97 |
1.06× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 383 | 194.22 | 193.0 |
1.01× national |
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What drives Overland Park's safety score?
Overland Park ranks in the top quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Kansas, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 197,199 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 75.84, while Property Security is lowest at 49.53. The 26.31-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 1170.39 per 100,000 (1.06× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 14.71 per 100,000 (0.3× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Overland Park, Kansas recorded 2,308 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 70.6% of the 3,269 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 29 robbery reports (0.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Overland Park, Kansas recorded 383 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 11.7% of the 3,269 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 29 robbery reports (0.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Overland Park, Kansas recorded 292 burglary offenses in 2025, 8.9% of the 3,269 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 29 robbery reports (0.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Overland Park, Kansas uses a reporting population of 197,199 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Overland Park, Kansas has an adjusted score of 65.65 points out of 100 versus 19.2 in Kansas City, Kansas, a difference of 46.45 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Overland Park ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Overland Park, Kansas has an adjusted score of 65.65 points out of 100 versus 10.35 in Wichita, Kansas, a difference of 55.30 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Overland Park ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Overland Park safe compared to other places in Kansas?
Overland Park is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 65.65 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Kansas.
What is the crime rate in Overland Park?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Overland Park's safety rating?
Overland Park's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 65.65 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Kansas. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Overland Park?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Overland Park?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.