Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Baton Rouge is the safer city with a safety score of 52/100. Baton Rouge has a violent crime rate of 605.9/100K compared to 830/100K in Birmingham.
| Metric | Baton Rouge Louisiana | Birmingham Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 52/100 | 29/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 605.9 | 830 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,169.1 | 4,825.1 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,775 | 5,655.1 |
| Murder Rate | 23.8 | 17.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 130.8 | 236.8 |
| Assault Rate | 386.9 | 473 |
| Burglary Rate | 533.5 | 1,369.5 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,150.6 | 2,910.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 485 | 545.4 |
| Population | 225,374 | 88,369 |
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.