Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Decatur is the safer city with a safety score of 65/100. Decatur has a violent crime rate of 309.8/100K compared to 384.5/100K in Fort Lauderdale.
| Metric | Decatur Alabama | Fort Lauderdale Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 65/100 | 55/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 309.8 | 384.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,472.8 | 3,160.4 |
| Total Crime Rate | 2,782.7 | 3,544.9 |
| Murder Rate | 15 | 10.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 97.4 | 100 |
| Assault Rate | 180.2 | 216.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 669.5 | 640.8 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,407.2 | 1,988.4 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 396.1 | 531.1 |
| Population | 322,002 | 334,902 |
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.