Moving from Chicago, IL to Las Vegas Metro, NV?
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Is Chicago or Las Vegas Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Las Vegas Metro is safer than Chicago (Safety Score 19/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 3,053 per 100,000 versus 4,012 for Chicago — 24% lower. Chicago has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Las Vegas Metro has a 81% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Chicago, IL?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Chicago | Las Vegas Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,012.2 | 3,052.7 | +959.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 539.9 | 430.0 | +109.9 |
| Murder Rate | 17.5 | 6.2 | +11.3 |
| Rape Rate | 58.8 | 51.6 | +7.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 335.3 | 64.8 | +270.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 128.3 | 307.2 | -178.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,472.4 | 2,622.7 | +849.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 294.8 | 461.5 | -166.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,318.8 | 1,564.5 | +754.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 858.9 | 596.7 | +262.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Chicago, IL to Las Vegas Metro, NV?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago or Las Vegas Metro safer?
Las Vegas Metro is safer with a total crime rate of 3,053 per 100K vs 4,012 for Chicago — a 24% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chicago has a violent crime rate of 539.9 per 100K while Las Vegas Metro has 430.0. Las Vegas Metro has lower violent crime.
About Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois, a major Midwest hub and birthplace of the skyscraper, sits on Lake Michigan's shores. Its diverse population of over 2.7 million people contributes to its vibrant arts and culture scene. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 2,638,698, Chicago has a total crime rate of 4,012.2 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.