Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Independence is the safer city with a safety score of 67/100. Charleston has a violent crime rate of 242.8/100K compared to 676.4/100K in Independence.
| Metric | Charleston South Carolina | Independence Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 55/100 | 67/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 242.8 | 676.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,355.8 | 1,928.3 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,598.7 | 2,604.7 |
| Murder Rate | 12.1 | 27.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 40.4 | 106.2 |
| Assault Rate | 160.9 | 456.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 581 | 308.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,081 | 1,201.6 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 693.8 | 418 |
| Population | 229,267 | 113,879 |
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.