Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Lawrence is the safer city with a safety score of 47/100. Lake Charles has a violent crime rate of 687.3/100K compared to 463/100K in Lawrence.
| Metric | Lake Charles Louisiana | Lawrence Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 41/100 | 47/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 687.3 | 463 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,955.3 | 3,737 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,642.6 | 4,200 |
| Murder Rate | 28 | 15.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 106.7 | 117 |
| Assault Rate | 474.1 | 271.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 1,144.5 | 621.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,923.1 | 2,459.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 887.6 | 656.1 |
| Population | 324,107 | 250,704 |
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.