Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Fort Lauderdale is the safer city with a safety score of 55/100. Charleston has a violent crime rate of 242.8/100K compared to 384.5/100K in Fort Lauderdale.
| Metric | Charleston South Carolina | Fort Lauderdale Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 55/100 | 55/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 242.8 | 384.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,355.8 | 3,160.4 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,598.7 | 3,544.9 |
| Murder Rate | 12.1 | 10.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 40.4 | 100 |
| Assault Rate | 160.9 | 216.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 581 | 640.8 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,081 | 1,988.4 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 693.8 | 531.1 |
| Population | 229,267 | 334,902 |
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.