Is Charleston or Las Vegas Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Charleston is safer than Las Vegas Metro (Safety Score 36/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,153 per 100,000 versus 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — 29% lower. Charleston has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Charleston has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Las Vegas Metro is 101.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Charleston — 5-Year Trend
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Las Vegas Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Charleston, IL
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Charleston | Las Vegas Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,152.5 | 3,052.7 | -900.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 359.7 | 430.0 | -70.3 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 6.2 | -6.2 |
| Rape Rate | 123.8 | 51.6 | +72.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 5.9 | 64.8 | -58.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 230.0 | 307.2 | -77.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,792.8 | 2,622.7 | -830.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 607.4 | 461.5 | +145.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,114.6 | 1,564.5 | -449.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 70.8 | 596.7 | -525.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charleston or Las Vegas Metro safer?
Charleston is safer with a total crime rate of 2,153 per 100K vs 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Charleston has a violent crime rate of 359.7 per 100K while Las Vegas Metro has 430.0. Charleston has lower violent crime.
About Charleston, IL
Home to Eastern Illinois University, Charleston is a Central Illinois city with a population around 17,000. It's known for its historic town square and as the site of one of the Lincoln-Douglas debates. With a safety score of 36/100 and a population coverage of 16,957, Charleston has a total crime rate of 2,152.5 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.