64138 Safety Report
ZIP • KANSAS CITY, MOSummary
64138 has a very safe overall safety rating, safer than most of the 42 comparable areas. The area has a median home value of $143K (-19.7% vs area average), median household income of $66K (-6.8% vs area average), population density of 1,926 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 93.2% (+2.9% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 64138
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 64138 in Kansas City, MO receives a very safe overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are notably lower 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 walking safety related crime rates typical for zips in the region. This area ranks #18 out of 42 zips analyzed.
351
Total Incidents
29.3
Monthly Average
#18 / 42
Safety Rank
Safe
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 64138 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 16:00 (27 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 6:00 when incident rates drop to 4. 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 64138 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-07 with 45 incidents, while 2025-01 saw the lowest activity at 18 incidents. On average, this zip in Kansas City experiences approximately 29 incidents per month. The data shows a increasing trend, with incident rates rising by approximately 17% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in MO neighborhoods like 64138 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 64138 is Vandalism | Property Damage, accounting for 31.6% of all incidents (111 cases). This is followed by Theft | Stealing - Other at 17.7% (62 cases). The top three categories combined represent 65% 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
1,925.99
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #25 of 42 zips
-28.7% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
93.2%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #14 of 42 zips
+2.9% vs area average
Median Home Value
$143,173.7
average estimate
Ranks #26 of 42 zips
-19.7% vs area average
Median Household Income
$65,813.47
average estimate
Ranks #25 of 42 zips
-6.8% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.