Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lawton is the safer city with a safety score of 75/100. Des Moines has a violent crime rate of 332.2/100K compared to 219.8/100K in Lawton.
| Metric | Des Moines Iowa | Lawton Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 72/100 | 75/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 332.2 | 219.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,870.8 | 1,718.4 |
| Total Crime Rate | 2,203 | 1,938.1 |
| Murder Rate | 9.4 | 11 |
| Robbery Rate | 67.3 | 62.5 |
| Assault Rate | 214 | 122.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 387.5 | 313.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,117 | 1,179 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 366.3 | 225.7 |
| Population | 37,297 | 346,104 |
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.