Is Bridgeton or Springfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Springfield is safer than Bridgeton (Safety Score 3/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 5,364 per 100,000 versus 6,407 for Bridgeton — 16% lower. Bridgeton has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Bridgeton has a 64% lower rate.
Note: Springfield is 15.2x 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 Bridgeton, MO?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bridgeton | Springfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,407.3 | 5,364.0 | +1,043.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 651.4 | 1,179.3 | -527.9 |
| Murder Rate | 8.9 | 5.9 | +3.1 |
| Rape Rate | 17.9 | 104.4 | -86.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 44.6 | 123.7 | -79.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 580.1 | 944.1 | -364.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,755.9 | 4,184.7 | +1,571.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 214.2 | 726.6 | -512.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 4,702.8 | 3,001.3 | +1,701.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 838.8 | 456.8 | +382.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bridgeton or Springfield safer?
Springfield is safer with a total crime rate of 5,364 per 100K vs 6,407 for Bridgeton — a 16% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bridgeton has a violent crime rate of 651.4 per 100K while Springfield has 1,179.3. Bridgeton has lower violent crime.
About Bridgeton, MO
Bridgeton, MO, a St. Louis suburb, was once home to a significant French fur trading post. Located near Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, its population is around 11,000. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 11,206, Bridgeton has a total crime rate of 6,407.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Springfield, MO
Springfield, MO, "Queen City of the Ozarks," is a regional hub in southwest Missouri. Home to Bass Pro Shops' first store, it's a growing metropolitan area with a population of over 169,000. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 170,527, Springfield has a total crime rate of 5,364.0 per 100,000 residents.