Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Las Cruces is the safer city with a safety score of 65/100. Las Cruces has a violent crime rate of 498.5/100K compared to 463/100K in Lawrence.
| Metric | Las Cruces New Mexico | Lawrence Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 65/100 | 47/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 498.5 | 463 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,296.6 | 3,737 |
| Total Crime Rate | 2,795 | 4,200 |
| Murder Rate | 21.3 | 15.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 132.4 | 117 |
| Assault Rate | 271.3 | 271.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 422.9 | 621.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,626.4 | 2,459.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 247.4 | 656.1 |
| Population | 43,970 | 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.