Very Safe · Population: 34,954
Lancaster, Pennsylvania is one of the safer cities in the US, with a safety score of 71/100. The violent crime rate of 551.4 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 34,954, Lancaster reported 193 violent crimes and 611 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 28.8 per 100K |
| Rape | 63.1 per 100K |
| Robbery | 119.2 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 340.2 per 100K |
| Burglary | 518.5 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 799.4 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 430.2 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 192 |
| Property Crimes | 611 |
| Total Crimes | 803 |
With a safety score of 71/100, Lancaster is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 76% 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.