Is Chula Vista or Plano Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Chula Vista is safer than Plano (Safety Score 56/100 vs 52/100), with a total crime rate of 1,508 per 100,000 versus 1,620 for Plano — 7% lower. Chula Vista has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Plano has a 67% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Chula Vista | Plano | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,508.2 | 1,619.8 | -111.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 375.8 | 153.4 | +222.4 |
| Murder Rate | 1.1 | 1.0 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 19.4 | 33.3 | -13.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 82.2 | 26.8 | +55.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 273.2 | 90.6 | +182.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,132.4 | 1,466.4 | -334.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 134.4 | 160.6 | -26.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 666.4 | 1,163.4 | -497.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 331.6 | 142.4 | +189.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chula Vista or Plano safer?
Chula Vista is safer with a total crime rate of 1,508 per 100K vs 1,620 for Plano — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chula Vista has a violent crime rate of 375.8 per 100K while Plano has 153.4. Plano has lower violent crime.
About Chula Vista, CA
Chula Vista, "beautiful view" in Spanish, is San Diego County's second-largest city. It's home to the Olympic Training Center and sits just north of the Mexican border, reflecting a vibrant binational culture. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 273,843, Chula Vista has a total crime rate of 1,508.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Plano, TX
Plano, a large suburb north of Dallas, is home to many corporate headquarters. Once a stop on the Houston and Texas Central Railway, it boasts a median household income significantly higher than the state average, attracting a diverse, educated populace. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 291,463, Plano has a total crime rate of 1,619.8 per 100,000 residents.