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Is Bellingham, WA or Vancouver, WA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Vancouver, WA is safer than Bellingham, WA (Safety Score 9/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 3,991 per 100,000 versus 4,108 for Bellingham, WA — 3% lower. Bellingham has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bellingham has a 62% lower rate.
Note: Vancouver is 2.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Bellingham, WA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bellingham | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,107.9 | 3,991.0 | +116.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 351.0 | 583.8 | -232.7 |
| Murder Rate | 2.1 | 5.6 | -3.5 |
| Rape Rate | 20.9 | 61.6 | -40.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 77.3 | 122.1 | -44.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 249.7 | 393.1 | -143.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,756.9 | 3,407.3 | +349.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 491.0 | 469.2 | +21.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,113.3 | 2,341.1 | +772.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 152.5 | 596.9 | -444.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Bellingham, WA to Vancouver, WA?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bellingham or Vancouver safer?
Vancouver, WA is safer with a total crime rate of 3,991 per 100K vs 4,108 for Bellingham, WA — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bellingham has a violent crime rate of 351.0 per 100K while Vancouver has 583.8. Bellingham has lower violent crime.
About Bellingham, WA
Bellingham, a city of 92,000 nestled between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains, boasts a thriving arts scene and is home to Western Washington University. Its port city history is evident in its revitalized waterfront. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 95,717, Bellingham has a total crime rate of 4,107.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, Washington, across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon, is the fourth-largest city in Washington. It was the site of Fort Vancouver, a major 19th-century fur trading post. The city has seen significant growth, with a population over 190,000. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 198,194, Vancouver has a total crime rate of 3,991.0 per 100,000 residents.