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Is Colorado Springs or Golden Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Golden is safer than Colorado Springs (Safety Score 28/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,511 per 100,000 versus 4,167 for Colorado Springs — 40% lower. Colorado Springs has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Golden has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Colorado Springs is 24.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Colorado Springs, CO?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Colorado Springs | Golden | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,167.1 | 2,510.8 | +1,656.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 718.3 | 123.8 | +594.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.7 | 0.0 | +7.7 |
| Rape Rate | 101.3 | 5.0 | +96.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 77.5 | 14.9 | +62.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 529.0 | 104.0 | +425.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,448.8 | 2,387.0 | +1,061.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 529.8 | 252.6 | +277.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,227.4 | 1,832.3 | +395.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 691.6 | 302.1 | +389.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Colorado Springs, CO to Golden, CO?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colorado Springs or Golden safer?
Golden is safer with a total crime rate of 2,511 per 100K vs 4,167 for Colorado Springs — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Colorado Springs has a violent crime rate of 718.3 per 100K while Golden has 123.8. Golden has lower violent crime.
About Colorado Springs, CO
Nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs is a city with a strong military presence, home to the U.S. Air Force Academy. Its population of over 480,000 residents enjoys a high desert climate. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 491,474, Colorado Springs has a total crime rate of 4,167.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Golden, CO
Nestled in the foothills of the Rockies, Golden is home to Coors Brewery, a major employer since 1873. This historic city, with a population around 20,000, sits along Clear Creek, just west of Denver. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 20,193, Golden has a total crime rate of 2,510.8 per 100,000 residents.