The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in La Harpe, KS: Crime Maps and Statistics

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	D+
Property Crime Grade	A-
Other Crime Grade	D-

Which crimes are included?

$283,644

Cost of Crime™ for La Harpe, KS

In 2025, crime will cost $938 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in La Harpe in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is La Harpe, KS Safe?

The C grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly higher than that of the average US city. La Harpe ranks in the 41st percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 41% of cities but less safe than 59%. This analysis applies only to La Harpe's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in La Harpe is 27.03 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. La Harpe Residents generally consider the northwest part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in La Harpe varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 27 in the east neighborhoods to 1 in 40 in the northwest.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the central parts of La Harpe, KS see the most incidents - about 4 per year. In contrast, the east part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 0 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in La Harpe, KS

The total projected cost of crime in La Harpe for 2025 is $283,644. This translates to approximately $434 per resident and $938 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 1.3% of the median household income in La Harpe. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 58.5%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 27.9%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 13.6%

How Much Does Crime Cost in La Harpe Compared to Other Cities?

La Harpe, KS:	$434
Ulysses, KS:	$954
Basehor, KS:	$261
Kansas:	$534
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in La Harpe is $434 per year, which is $30 less than the national average and $99 less than Kansas's state average. Below we compare cities similar to La Harpe:

In Ulysses, KS, crime costs $954 per person, which is $520 more than in La Harpe.
In Basehor, KS, crime costs $261 per person, which is $173 less than in La Harpe

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of La Harpe for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.

Crime	Cost to La Harpe	Cost per La Harpe Resident
Murder	$67,471	$103
Rape/Sexual Assault	$30,183	$46
Robbery	$11,796	$18
Assault	$54,224	$83
Kidnapping	$13,168	$20
Vehicle Theft	$1,553	$2
Burglary	$17,576	$27
Theft	$13,613	$21
Arson	$2,538	$4
Vandalism	$42,737	$65
Animal Cruelty	$196	$0
Drug Crimes	$27,378	$42
Identity Theft	$1,210	$2
Total Cost of Crime	$283,644	$434

The Intangible Cost of Crime in La Harpe, KS

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in La Harpe totals $611,800 ($937 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $895,444 ($1,371 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the La Harpe crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the city has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of La Harpe’s 653 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in La Harpe, KS at ISP Reports.

La Harpe Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 La Harpe residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	2.891
Robbery	0.5743
Rape	0.7623
Murder	0.0550
Total Violent Crime	4.283 (D+)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	4.025
Vehicle Theft	0.1536
Burglary	2.968
Arson	0.1610
Total Property Crime	7.307 (A-)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.3326
Drug Crimes	5.668
Vandalism	9.161
Identity Theft	0.2393
Animal Cruelty	0.0406
Total "Other" Rate	15.44 (D-)

Individual La Harpe Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in La Harpe is lower. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to La Harpe.

Nearby City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Gas, KS	C-	D	B-
Iola, KS	D-	D-	D+
Bassett, KS	D	D-	C-
Moran, KS	D	D+	C+
Carlyle, KS	C	D+	A-
Mildred, KS	D	D+	C+
Humboldt, KS	D-	D-	D
Lone Elm, KS	D+	B-	C-
Colony, KS	D+	B	D+
Bronson, KS	C-	D	B-

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

La Harpe is lower versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Jordan, MT	D	D-	D-
Leburn, KY	C-	B-	B-
Lamontville, TN	B-	C-	C-
Knifley, KY	B-	C+	C+
Kingston, MN	B-	C	C
Kimball Stand, NY	B	B-	B-
Kilgore, SC	D	C	C
Keene, OH	A+	B	B
Kaneville, IL	A+	A+	A+
Silverton, CO	F	F	F

Considering only the crime rate, La Harpe is safer than the Kansas state average and safer than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in La Harpe, KS average SchoolGrade of D-, with 21% actual proficiency versus 26% projected; overall, schools underperform expectations. See La Harpe schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 20 days 16 hours in La Harpe. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in La Harpe, KS

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.