Very Safe · Population: 240,563
Lexington, Kentucky is one of the safer cities in the US, with a safety score of 72/100. The violent crime rate of 413.1 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 240,563, Lexington reported 994 violent crimes and 4,388 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 18.8 per 100K |
| Rape | 39 per 100K |
| Robbery | 136.3 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 219 per 100K |
| Burglary | 361.7 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,239.2 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 223 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 993 |
| Property Crimes | 4,387 |
| Total Crimes | 5,380 |
With a safety score of 72/100, Lexington is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 82% 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.