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Is Broomfield or Colorado Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Broomfield is safer than Colorado Springs (Safety Score 40/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,005 per 100,000 versus 4,167 for Colorado Springs — 52% lower. Broomfield has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Broomfield has a 83% lower rate.
Note: Colorado Springs is 6.3x 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 Broomfield, CO?
Broomfield — 5-Year Trend
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Colorado Springs — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Broomfield | Colorado Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,005.3 | 4,167.1 | -2,161.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 149.4 | 718.3 | -568.8 |
| Murder Rate | 1.3 | 7.7 | -6.5 |
| Rape Rate | 31.9 | 101.3 | -69.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 20.4 | 77.5 | -57.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 94.5 | 529.0 | -434.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,855.8 | 3,448.8 | -1,593.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 204.4 | 529.8 | -325.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,411.4 | 2,227.4 | -816.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 240.1 | 691.6 | -451.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Broomfield, CO to Colorado Springs, CO?
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 Broomfield or Colorado Springs safer?
Broomfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,005 per 100K vs 4,167 for Colorado Springs — a 52% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Broomfield has a violent crime rate of 149.4 per 100K while Colorado Springs has 718.3. Broomfield has lower violent crime.
About Broomfield, CO
Broomfield, a planned community incorporated in 2001, is notable for being Colorado's only consolidated city and county. Situated between Denver and Boulder, it boasts a median age of around 38. With a safety score of 40/100 and a population coverage of 78,294, Broomfield has a total crime rate of 2,005.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Colorado Springs, CO
Nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs is a city with a strong military presence, home to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Its population of over 480,000 residents enjoys a high desert climate. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 491,474, Colorado Springs has a total crime rate of 4,167.1 per 100,000 residents.