Moving from Bothell, WA to Vancouver, WA?
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Is Bothell or Vancouver Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Bothell is safer than Vancouver (Safety Score 57/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 1,479 per 100,000 versus 3,991 for Vancouver — 63% lower. Bothell has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bothell has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Vancouver is 3.9x 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 Bothell, WA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bothell | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,478.9 | 3,991.0 | -2,512.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 110.0 | 583.8 | -473.8 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 5.6 | -5.6 |
| Rape Rate | 23.6 | 61.6 | -38.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 21.6 | 122.1 | -100.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 64.8 | 393.1 | -328.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,368.9 | 3,407.3 | -2,038.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 223.9 | 469.2 | -245.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 997.7 | 2,341.1 | -1,343.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 147.3 | 596.9 | -449.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Bothell, 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 Bothell or Vancouver safer?
Bothell is safer with a total crime rate of 1,479 per 100K vs 3,991 for Vancouver — a 63% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bothell has a violent crime rate of 110.0 per 100K while Vancouver has 583.8. Bothell has lower violent crime.
About Bothell, WA
Bothell, Washington, once home to a significant logging industry, is now a growing suburban city northeast of Seattle. It straddles King and Snohomish Counties, boasting a median age of around 37. With a safety score of 57/100 and a population coverage of 50,917, Bothell has a total crime rate of 1,478.9 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.