Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Houston is the safer city with a safety score of 62/100. Baton Rouge has a violent crime rate of 605.9/100K compared to 252.3/100K in Houston.
| Metric | Baton Rouge Louisiana | Houston Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 52/100 | 62/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 605.9 | 252.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,169.1 | 2,747.9 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,775 | 3,000.2 |
| Murder Rate | 23.8 | 14.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 130.8 | 85.3 |
| Assault Rate | 386.9 | 136.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 533.5 | 470.6 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,150.6 | 1,874 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 485 | 403.4 |
| Population | 225,374 | 2,300,000 |
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.