Is Baltimore or Cleveland Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Baltimore is safer than Cleveland (Safety Score 2/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,763 per 100,000 versus 5,987 for Cleveland — 4% lower. Baltimore has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Cleveland has a 32% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Baltimore, MD?
Baltimore — 5-Year Trend
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Cleveland — 5-Year Trend
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Cleveland, OH
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Baltimore | Cleveland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,763.2 | 5,987.4 | -224.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,606.2 | 1,561.1 | +45.1 |
| Murder Rate | 34.8 | 30.1 | +4.7 |
| Rape Rate | 57.5 | 140.9 | -83.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 573.2 | 389.2 | +184.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 940.7 | 1,000.9 | -60.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,157.0 | 4,426.3 | -269.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 523.8 | 860.3 | -336.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,581.9 | 2,419.5 | +162.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,051.3 | 1,146.5 | -95.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baltimore or Cleveland safer?
Baltimore is safer with a total crime rate of 5,763 per 100K vs 5,987 for Cleveland — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Baltimore has a violent crime rate of 1,606.2 per 100K while Cleveland has 1,561.1. Cleveland has lower violent crime.
About Baltimore, MD
Baltimore, Maryland, a historic port city on the Patapsco River, is home to the Inner Harbor and a diverse population. Known for its distinct neighborhoods and the legacy of Edgar Allan Poe, it's the most populous city in Maryland. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 566,632, Baltimore has a total crime rate of 5,763.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, a city on Lake Erie, boasts a rich industrial past and is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Its diverse population reflects a blend of historic European immigrant communities and growing newer populations. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 362,762, Cleveland has a total crime rate of 5,987.4 per 100,000 residents.