Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Des Moines is the safer city with a safety score of 72/100. Baton Rouge has a violent crime rate of 605.9/100K compared to 332.2/100K in Des Moines.
| Metric | Baton Rouge Louisiana | Des Moines Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 52/100 | 72/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 605.9 | 332.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,169.1 | 1,870.8 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,775 | 2,203 |
| Murder Rate | 23.8 | 9.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 130.8 | 67.3 |
| Assault Rate | 386.9 | 214 |
| Burglary Rate | 533.5 | 387.5 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,150.6 | 1,117 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 485 | 366.3 |
| Population | 225,374 | 37,297 |
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.