Is Bentonville or Little Rock Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bentonville is safer than Little Rock (Safety Score 71/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 1,083 per 100,000 versus 6,887 for Little Rock — 84% lower. Bentonville has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Bentonville has a 98% lower rate.
Note: Little Rock is 3.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bentonville | Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,083.3 | 6,886.8 | -5,803.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 255.3 | 1,672.5 | -1,417.2 |
| Murder Rate | 4.9 | 17.6 | -12.7 |
| Rape Rate | 37.6 | 115.1 | -77.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 3.3 | 217.9 | -214.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 209.5 | 1,321.4 | -1,112.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 828.0 | 5,214.3 | -4,386.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 88.4 | 937.1 | -848.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 688.9 | 3,823.8 | -3,134.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 50.7 | 453.4 | -402.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bentonville or Little Rock safer?
Bentonville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,083 per 100K vs 6,887 for Little Rock — a 84% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bentonville has a violent crime rate of 255.3 per 100K while Little Rock has 1,672.5. Bentonville has lower violent crime.
About Bentonville, AR
Bentonville, Arkansas, birthplace of Walmart, sits in the Ozark Mountains with a rapidly growing population. Its vibrant cultural scene, including Crystal Bridges Museum, attracts visitors and new residents to the Northwest Arkansas region. With a safety score of 71/100 and a population coverage of 61,109, Bentonville has a total crime rate of 1,083.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Little Rock, AR
Little Rock, Arkansas, a city along the Arkansas River, is notable as the site of the 1957 Central High School desegregation crisis. Its population is approximately 203,000, serving as the state capital and a regional hub for commerce and transportation. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 204,247, Little Rock has a total crime rate of 6,886.8 per 100,000 residents.