Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Wilmington is the safer city with a safety score of 57/100. Asheville has a violent crime rate of 386.8/100K compared to 533.9/100K in Wilmington.
| Metric | Asheville North Carolina | Wilmington North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 50/100 | 57/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 386.8 | 533.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,605.8 | 2,896.2 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,992.6 | 3,430.1 |
| Murder Rate | 21.5 | 9.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 120.1 | 178.7 |
| Assault Rate | 196.6 | 282.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 987.4 | 820.1 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,845.8 | 1,452 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 772.7 | 624.1 |
| Population | 347,581 | 62,571 |
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.