Center City Safety Report
NEIGHBORHOOD • KANSAS CITY, MOSummary
Center City has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 236 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $108K (-36.1% vs area average), median household income of $34K (-51.0% vs area average), population density of 4,167 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 71.13% (-20.6% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Center City
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Center City in Kansas City, MO receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 236 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this neighborhood in Kansas City, MO.
Walking Safety
This area has significantly elevated walking safety related crime rates compared to other neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #223 out of 236 neighborhoods analyzed.
Consider traveling in groups and staying aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
54
Total Incidents
4.5
Monthly Average
#223 / 236
Safety Rank
High Risk
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Center City show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 16:00 (6 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 11:00 when incident rates drop to 0. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Kansas City, MO can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Center City reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-10 with 10 incidents, while 2024-11 saw the lowest activity at 1 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in Kansas City experiences approximately 5 incidents per month. The data shows a increasing trend, with incident rates rising by approximately 57% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in MO neighborhoods like Center City tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Center City is Disorderly Conduct | Harassment / Intimidation - Domestic Violence, accounting for 37% of all incidents (20 cases). This is followed by Assault | Assault (Non-Aggravated) at 20.4% (11 cases). The top three categories combined represent 76% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Kansas City, MO helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
4,167
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #61 of 236 neighborhoods
+28.8% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
71.1%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #236 of 236 neighborhoods
-20.6% vs area average
Median Home Value
$107,800
average estimate
Ranks #157 of 234 neighborhoods
-36.1% vs area average
Median Household Income
$33,849
average estimate
Ranks #212 of 234 neighborhoods
-51.0% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.