Moving from Boston, MA to Las Vegas Metro, NV?
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Is Boston or Las Vegas Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Boston is safer than Las Vegas Metro (Safety Score 25/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,650 per 100,000 versus 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — 13% lower. Boston has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Las Vegas Metro has a 49% lower rate.
Note: Las Vegas Metro is 2.6x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Boston, MA?
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Las Vegas Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Boston | Las Vegas Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,649.7 | 3,052.7 | -403.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 628.0 | 430.0 | +198.0 |
| Murder Rate | 3.6 | 6.2 | -2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 25.6 | 51.6 | -26.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 126.4 | 64.8 | +61.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 472.2 | 307.2 | +165.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,021.7 | 2,622.7 | -601.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 177.7 | 461.5 | -283.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,687.4 | 1,564.5 | +122.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 156.6 | 596.7 | -440.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Boston, MA to Las Vegas Metro, NV?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boston or Las Vegas Metro safer?
Boston is safer with a total crime rate of 2,650 per 100K vs 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Boston has a violent crime rate of 628.0 per 100K while Las Vegas Metro has 430.0. Las Vegas Metro has lower violent crime.
About Boston, MA
Boston, a city steeped in American Revolution history, sits on Massachusetts Bay. This densely populated urban center is home to a diverse population and numerous universities. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 659,049, Boston has a total crime rate of 2,649.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Las Vegas Metro, NV
Las Vegas Metro encompasses the vibrant Entertainment Capital of the World, a city that sprung from a railroad stop in the Mojave Desert. Its population of over 2.3 million is a diverse mix, drawn to its unique blend of resort tourism and burgeoning tech industries. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 1,716,565, Las Vegas Metro has a total crime rate of 3,052.7 per 100,000 residents.