Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Baton Rouge is the safer city with a safety score of 52/100. Bakersfield has a violent crime rate of 354.1/100K compared to 605.9/100K in Baton Rouge.
| Metric | Bakersfield California | Baton Rouge Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 43/100 | 52/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 354.1 | 605.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,196.9 | 3,169.1 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,551.1 | 3,775 |
| Murder Rate | 17.6 | 23.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 116.8 | 130.8 |
| Assault Rate | 171.5 | 386.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 761.8 | 533.5 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,858.4 | 2,150.6 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 576.8 | 485 |
| Population | 400,000 | 225,374 |
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.