Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lexington is the safer city with a safety score of 72/100. Independence has a violent crime rate of 676.4/100K compared to 413.1/100K in Lexington.
| Metric | Independence Missouri | Lexington Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 67/100 | 72/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 676.4 | 413.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,928.3 | 1,823.9 |
| Total Crime Rate | 2,604.7 | 2,237 |
| Murder Rate | 27.3 | 18.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 106.2 | 136.3 |
| Assault Rate | 456.2 | 219 |
| Burglary Rate | 308.7 | 361.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,201.6 | 1,239.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 418 | 223 |
| Population | 113,879 | 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.