Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Iowa City is the safer city with a safety score of 48/100. Iowa City has a violent crime rate of 409.6/100K compared to 687.3/100K in Lake Charles.
| Metric | Iowa City Iowa | Lake Charles Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 48/100 | 41/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 409.6 | 687.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,726.8 | 3,955.3 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,136.4 | 4,642.6 |
| Murder Rate | 7.3 | 28 |
| Robbery Rate | 69.5 | 106.7 |
| Assault Rate | 295.3 | 474.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 832.6 | 1,144.5 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,293.4 | 1,923.1 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 600.8 | 887.6 |
| Population | 313,216 | 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.