Is Cleveland or Las Vegas Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Las Vegas Metro is safer than Cleveland (Safety Score 19/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 3,053 per 100,000 versus 5,987 for Cleveland — 49% lower. Cleveland has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Las Vegas Metro has a 83% lower rate.
Note: Las Vegas Metro is 4.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Cleveland — 5-Year Trend
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Las Vegas Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Cleveland, OH
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cleveland | Las Vegas Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,987.4 | 3,052.7 | +2,934.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,561.1 | 430.0 | +1,131.1 |
| Murder Rate | 30.1 | 6.2 | +23.9 |
| Rape Rate | 140.9 | 51.6 | +89.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 389.2 | 64.8 | +324.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 1,000.9 | 307.2 | +693.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,426.3 | 2,622.7 | +1,803.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 860.3 | 461.5 | +398.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,419.5 | 1,564.5 | +855.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,146.5 | 596.7 | +549.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleveland or Las Vegas Metro safer?
Las Vegas Metro is safer with a total crime rate of 3,053 per 100K vs 5,987 for Cleveland — a 49% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cleveland has a violent crime rate of 1,561.1 per 100K while Las Vegas Metro has 430.0. Las Vegas Metro has lower violent crime.
About Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, a city on Lake Erie, boasts a rich industrial past and is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Its diverse population reflects a blend of historic European immigrant communities and growing newer populations. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 362,762, Cleveland has a total crime rate of 5,987.4 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.