Is Auburn or Ross Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Auburn is safer than Ross Township (Safety Score 25/100 vs 25/100), with a total crime rate of 2,644 per 100,000 versus 2,662 for Ross Township — 1% lower. Auburn has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Ross Township has a 100% lower rate.
Auburn — 5-Year Trend
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Ross Township — 5-Year Trend
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Auburn, ME
Ross Township, PA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Auburn | Ross Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,644.0 | 2,662.4 | -18.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 215.7 | 53.0 | +162.7 |
| Murder Rate | 4.0 | 0.0 | +4.0 |
| Rape Rate | 51.9 | 24.9 | +27.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 39.9 | 3.1 | +36.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 119.8 | 24.9 | +94.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,428.3 | 2,609.4 | -181.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 143.8 | 68.6 | +75.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,088.8 | 2,509.7 | -420.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 195.7 | 31.2 | +164.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Auburn or Ross Township safer?
Auburn is safer with a total crime rate of 2,644 per 100K vs 2,662 for Ross Township — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Auburn has a violent crime rate of 215.7 per 100K while Ross Township has 53.0. Ross Township has lower violent crime.
About Auburn, ME
Auburn, Maine, once known as "The Twin Cities" with Lewiston, is a former shoe manufacturing hub along the Androscoggin River. It is home to a diverse population of just under 25,000 residents. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 25,038, Auburn has a total crime rate of 2,644.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Ross Township, PA
Ross Township, established in 1809, is a suburban municipality in northern Allegheny County. It is home to roughly 33,000 residents and features the bustling Ross Park Mall. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 32,076, Ross Township has a total crime rate of 2,662.4 per 100,000 residents.