Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Decatur is the safer city with a safety score of 65/100. Charleston has a violent crime rate of 242.8/100K compared to 309.8/100K in Decatur.
| Metric | Charleston South Carolina | Decatur Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 55/100 | 65/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 242.8 | 309.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,355.8 | 2,472.8 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,598.7 | 2,782.7 |
| Murder Rate | 12.1 | 15 |
| Robbery Rate | 40.4 | 97.4 |
| Assault Rate | 160.9 | 180.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 581 | 669.5 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,081 | 1,407.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 693.8 | 396.1 |
| Population | 229,267 | 322,002 |
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.