Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Covington is the safer city with a safety score of 67/100. Covington has a violent crime rate of 425.8/100K compared to 687.3/100K in Lake Charles.
| Metric | Covington Kentucky | Lake Charles Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 67/100 | 41/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 425.8 | 687.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,185.5 | 3,955.3 |
| Total Crime Rate | 2,611.3 | 4,642.6 |
| Murder Rate | 11.5 | 28 |
| Robbery Rate | 99.3 | 106.7 |
| Assault Rate | 274.4 | 474.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 359 | 1,144.5 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,468 | 1,923.1 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 358.5 | 887.6 |
| Population | 255,480 | 324,107 |
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.