Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lafayette is the safer city with a safety score of 73/100. Charleston has a violent crime rate of 242.8/100K compared to 312.1/100K in Lafayette.
| Metric | Charleston South Carolina | Lafayette Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 55/100 | 73/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 242.8 | 312.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,355.8 | 1,824.7 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,598.7 | 2,136.8 |
| Murder Rate | 12.1 | 16.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 40.4 | 94.4 |
| Assault Rate | 160.9 | 174.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 581 | 430.8 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,081 | 990.4 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 693.8 | 403.4 |
| Population | 229,267 | 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.