Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lexington is the safer city with a safety score of 72/100. Charleston has a violent crime rate of 363.7/100K compared to 413.1/100K in Lexington.
| Metric | Charleston West Virginia | Lexington Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 55/100 | 72/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 363.7 | 413.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,159.3 | 1,823.9 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,522.9 | 2,237 |
| Murder Rate | 3.8 | 18.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 95.6 | 136.3 |
| Assault Rate | 238.8 | 219 |
| Burglary Rate | 617.9 | 361.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,930.3 | 1,239.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 611 | 223 |
| Population | 192,895 | 240,563 |
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.