Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Las Cruces is the safer city with a safety score of 65/100. Lake Charles has a violent crime rate of 687.3/100K compared to 498.5/100K in Las Cruces.
| Metric | Lake Charles Louisiana | Las Cruces New Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 41/100 | 65/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 687.3 | 498.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,955.3 | 2,296.6 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,642.6 | 2,795 |
| Murder Rate | 28 | 21.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 106.7 | 132.4 |
| Assault Rate | 474.1 | 271.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 1,144.5 | 422.9 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,923.1 | 1,626.4 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 887.6 | 247.4 |
| Population | 324,107 | 43,970 |
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.