Is Baltimore or Denver Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Denver is safer than Baltimore (Safety Score 2/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,755 per 100,000 versus 5,763 for Baltimore — 0% lower. Baltimore has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Denver has a 72% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Baltimore, MD?
Baltimore — 5-Year Trend
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Denver — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Baltimore | Denver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,763.2 | 5,754.7 | +8.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,606.2 | 993.2 | +613.0 |
| Murder Rate | 34.8 | 9.8 | +24.9 |
| Rape Rate | 57.5 | 93.6 | -36.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 573.2 | 176.2 | +397.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 940.7 | 713.4 | +227.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,157.0 | 4,761.6 | -604.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 523.8 | 708.0 | -184.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,581.9 | 2,821.6 | -239.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,051.3 | 1,231.9 | -180.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baltimore or Denver safer?
Denver is safer with a total crime rate of 5,755 per 100K vs 5,763 for Baltimore — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Baltimore has a violent crime rate of 1,606.2 per 100K while Denver has 993.2. Denver 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 Denver, CO
Denver, the "Mile High City," sits at the base of the Rocky Mountains, a hub of Western expansion since its 1858 founding during the Gold Rush. This rapidly growing city is home to a diverse population of over 700,000 residents. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 722,031, Denver has a total crime rate of 5,754.7 per 100,000 residents.