Is Arlington or Columbus Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Columbus is safer than Arlington (Safety Score 22/100 vs 21/100), with a total crime rate of 2,844 per 100,000 versus 2,896 for Arlington — 2% lower. Arlington has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Arlington has a 67% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Arlington | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,896.4 | 2,843.9 | +52.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 483.7 | 608.3 | -124.6 |
| Murder Rate | 4.3 | 12.9 | -8.7 |
| Rape Rate | 71.3 | 25.4 | +45.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 60.0 | 50.7 | +9.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 347.4 | 514.8 | -167.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,412.7 | 2,235.6 | +177.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 263.9 | 353.6 | -89.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,737.7 | 1,635.8 | +101.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 411.2 | 246.2 | +165.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arlington or Columbus safer?
Columbus is safer with a total crime rate of 2,844 per 100K vs 2,896 for Arlington — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Arlington has a violent crime rate of 483.7 per 100K while Columbus has 608.3. Arlington has lower violent crime.
About Arlington, TX
Arlington, Texas, a large city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, is home to AT&T Stadium and Six Flags Over Texas. It is the largest city in the state without a major public transit system. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 399,840, Arlington has a total crime rate of 2,896.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Columbus, GA
Columbus, Georgia, a city on the Chattahoochee River, is home to Fort Moore, a major US Army installation. Its population of over 200,000 residents enjoys a vibrant arts scene and a rich industrial heritage. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 201,061, Columbus has a total crime rate of 2,843.9 per 100,000 residents.