Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Independence is the safer city with a safety score of 67/100. Dayton has a violent crime rate of 431.5/100K compared to 676.4/100K in Independence.
| Metric | Dayton Ohio | Independence Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 48/100 | 67/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 431.5 | 676.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,657.3 | 1,928.3 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,088.8 | 2,604.7 |
| Murder Rate | 13.5 | 27.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 84.5 | 106.2 |
| Assault Rate | 295.5 | 456.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 801.3 | 308.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,405.2 | 1,201.6 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 450.8 | 418 |
| Population | 186,428 | 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.