Moderately Safe · Population: 110,885
Columbia, South Carolina is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 62/100. The violent crime rate of 569.8 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 110,885, Columbia reported 632 violent crimes and 2,717 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 8.7 per 100K |
| Rape | 28.8 per 100K |
| Robbery | 120.6 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 411.7 per 100K |
| Burglary | 499.8 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,606.1 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 344.1 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 631 |
| Property Crimes | 2,716 |
| Total Crimes | 3,347 |
With a safety score of 62/100, Columbia is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 81% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.