Moderately Safe · Population: 131,088
Durham, North Carolina is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 61/100. The violent crime rate of 604.4 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 131,088, Durham reported 792 violent crimes and 3,267 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 28.1 per 100K |
| Rape | 69.4 per 100K |
| Robbery | 177.5 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 329.3 per 100K |
| Burglary | 379.1 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,737.8 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 375.2 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 792 |
| Property Crimes | 3,266 |
| Total Crimes | 4,058 |
With a safety score of 61/100, Durham is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 80% 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.