Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lowell is the safer city with a safety score of 45/100. Boston has a violent crime rate of 563.7/100K compared to 238.4/100K in Lowell.
| Metric | Boston Massachusetts | Lowell Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 43/100 | 45/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 563.7 | 238.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,956.8 | 4,092.8 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,520.5 | 4,331.1 |
| Murder Rate | 28.6 | 12.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 101.1 | 59.9 |
| Assault Rate | 392.5 | 139.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 710.6 | 898 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,493 | 2,445.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 753.2 | 749.6 |
| Population | 675,000 | 180,511 |
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.