Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lafayette is the safer city with a safety score of 73/100. Bismarck has a violent crime rate of 651.4/100K compared to 312.1/100K in Lafayette.
| Metric | Bismarck North Dakota | Lafayette Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 65/100 | 73/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 651.4 | 312.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,106.5 | 1,824.7 |
| Total Crime Rate | 2,757.9 | 2,136.8 |
| Murder Rate | 24 | 16.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 209 | 94.4 |
| Assault Rate | 375.1 | 174.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 455.6 | 430.8 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,225.3 | 990.4 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 425.6 | 403.4 |
| Population | 317,125 | 282,806 |
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.