Is Cincinnati or Greensboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Greensboro is safer than Cincinnati (Safety Score 7/100 vs 5/100), with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100,000 versus 4,678 for Cincinnati — 8% lower. Cincinnati has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Greensboro has a 35% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Cincinnati, OH?
Cincinnati — 5-Year Trend
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Greensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Cincinnati, OH
Greensboro, NC
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cincinnati | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,677.8 | 4,306.9 | +371.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 848.5 | 923.7 | -75.2 |
| Murder Rate | 21.8 | 14.1 | +7.7 |
| Rape Rate | 57.1 | 26.3 | +30.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 231.7 | 173.5 | +58.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 535.0 | 709.8 | -174.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,829.3 | 3,383.1 | +446.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 548.5 | 482.4 | +66.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,395.1 | 2,308.2 | +86.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 885.8 | 592.5 | +293.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cincinnati or Greensboro safer?
Greensboro is safer with a total crime rate of 4,307 per 100K vs 4,678 for Cincinnati — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cincinnati has a violent crime rate of 848.5 per 100K while Greensboro has 923.7. Cincinnati has lower violent crime.
About Cincinnati, OH
Nestled along the Ohio River, Cincinnati is a city of historic architecture, including the iconic Music Hall. Its diverse population reflects a blend of Midwestern industriousness and Southern charm. With a safety score of 5/100 and a population coverage of 311,599, Cincinnati has a total crime rate of 4,677.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Greensboro, NC
Greensboro, a city in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad, was the site of the 1960 Woolworth's lunch counter sit-in. It's a diverse community with a population of over 299,000 residents. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 304,306, Greensboro has a total crime rate of 4,306.9 per 100,000 residents.