By Joshua Green

Updated: May 23, 2026

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Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv

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What to know when moving to Wichita, KS

Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say

In Kansas, the state annual rate for property crime is 1,802.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 16.5 percent higher than the national average of 1,546.9 per 100,000. However, property crime has decreased by 17.1 percent from 2022 to 2025.

  • Violent crime: 441.9 per 100,000 vs. national rate of 325.3 per 100,000, with a 1.5 percent decline since 2022.
  • Property crime: 1,802.5 per 100,000 vs. national rate of 1,546.9 per 100,000, showing a 17.1 percent decrease since 2022.
  • Notable trend: Homicide rate has decreased by 12.2 percent since 2022, currently at 4.3 per 100,000.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (CDE)

Schools & Higher Ed

Wichita has access to a total of 14 postsecondary institutions, primarily within Sedgwick County. Notable schools include:

  • Wichita State University
  • Friends University
  • Newman University
  • Galen Health Institutes-Wichita

Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED)

Weather & Getting Outside

Sedgwick County receives an average of 45.6 inches of precipitation annually, with about 98 rainy days. Summer sees around 20.1 inches of rain across 32 days, while winter is relatively dry, with only 2.6 inches of precipitation over 8 days.

  • Parks & outdoor spots worth checking out:
  • Sedgwick County Park - 4.6 (3,432 reviews)
  • O J Watson Park - 4.4 (2,625 reviews)
  • Old Cowtown Museum - 4.7 (2,248 reviews)
  • Cental Riverside Park - 4.5 (2,140 reviews)

Source: NOAA Climate Data Online (CDO), Google Places API (New)

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Who regulates Wichita interstate movers?

Wichita moving companies are required to be registered with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) if they perform interstate moves. No matter if it is a moving company or a broker, they should have a valid DOT number. You can look up a mover here.

Agency: United States Department of Transportation
Address: 1200 New Jersey Ave, SE, Washington DC 20590
Phone: (855) 368-4200
Website: www.fmcsa.dot.gov

To see if a specific movers complies with regulations, simply select a company from the list.

Moving within vs moving out of Kansas

Let's see how many people move within Kansas versus those who moved from Sunflower State to another state.

Moved Within KS
31%
Moved out of KS
69%

If you have a feeling that you’re not in Kansas anymore, that feeling of yours may just be right. Statistically, 69% of Kansans have moved out of Kansas (interstate moves), while 31% of them have moved within the limits of the state (local moves).

The success of any interstate move can be guaranteed only when using the services of a reputable and reliable mover. Make sure the “Find a good mover” task is at the top of your moving checklist as well.

Who regulates Kansas local movers

The Transportation Division monitors motor carriers to provide protection of the public interest and to promote safety through planning, licensing, education, and inspection. If you are about to perform a local move in Kansas, within the borders of the state, make sure your moving company has a permit from the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC Operating Authority). You can check whether your potential movers are licensed at the Commission’s web here.

Agency: Kansas Corporation Commission, Transportation Division
Address: 1500 SW Arrowhead Road, Topeka, KS 66604-4027
Phone: (785) 271-3145
Website: www.kcc.ks.gov

To file a complain against a motor carrier, follow up the Transportation Division instructions at their complaint page.

What do people move within Kansas?

Ever wondered which are the most popular move sizes when people move locally in KS?

Studio (3%)
1 Bedroom (26%)
2 Bedroom (22%)
3 Bedroom (25%)
4 Bedroom (10%)

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Wichita is the biggest city in Kansas state with a population of approximately 385 000 people and the population of the metro area is about 630 000 people.The air capital of the world was claimed to be the most affordable U.S. city for 2008.

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By Joshua Green

Relocation Expert & Book Author

Joshua is a moving expert and author who dedicates his time to helping people move quickly and safely.

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