64109 Safety Report
ZIP • KANSAS CITY, MOSummary
64109 has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 42 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $145K (-18.5% vs area average), median household income of $47K (-34.2% vs area average), population density of 4,955 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 80.88% (-10.7% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 64109
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 64109 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 zip was compared against 42 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 zip in Kansas City, MO.
Walking Safety
This area has somewhat higher walking safety related crime rates than average for zips in the region. This area ranks #38 out of 42 zips analyzed.
594
Total Incidents
49.5
Monthly Average
#38 / 42
Safety Rank
Moderate
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 64109 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 12:00 (39 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 5:00 when incident rates drop to 3. 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 64109 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-10 with 62 incidents, while 2025-01 saw the lowest activity at 30 incidents. On average, this zip in Kansas City experiences approximately 50 incidents per month. The data shows a increasing trend, with incident rates rising by approximately 30% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in MO neighborhoods like 64109 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 64109 is Vandalism | Property Damage, accounting for 24.7% of all incidents (147 cases). This is followed by Assault | Assault (Non-Aggravated) at 16.3% (97 cases). The top three categories combined represent 56% 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
4,954.96
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #8 of 42 zips
+83.3% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
80.9%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #42 of 42 zips
-10.7% vs area average
Median Home Value
$145,246.17
average estimate
Ranks #25 of 42 zips
-18.5% vs area average
Median Household Income
$46,513.59
average estimate
Ranks #34 of 42 zips
-34.2% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.