Is Colorado Springs or Littleton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Littleton is safer than Colorado Springs (Safety Score 24/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100,000 versus 4,167 for Colorado Springs — 34% lower. Colorado Springs has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Littleton has a 71% lower rate.
Note: Colorado Springs is 11.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Colorado Springs | Littleton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,167.1 | 2,731.7 | +1,435.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 718.3 | 213.3 | +505.0 |
| Murder Rate | 7.7 | 2.3 | +5.5 |
| Rape Rate | 101.3 | 77.1 | +24.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 77.5 | 34.0 | +43.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 529.0 | 99.8 | +429.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,448.8 | 2,518.4 | +930.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 529.8 | 349.4 | +180.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,227.4 | 1,654.0 | +573.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 691.6 | 515.0 | +176.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colorado Springs or Littleton safer?
Littleton is safer with a total crime rate of 2,732 per 100K vs 4,167 for Colorado Springs — a 34% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Colorado Springs has a violent crime rate of 718.3 per 100K while Littleton has 213.3. Littleton 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 Littleton, CO
Littleton, CO, incorporated in 1890, grew along the South Platte River, historically a gold rush supply hub. This Denver suburb of over 45,000 residents lies just south of the city, at the foothills of the Rockies. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 44,076, Littleton has a total crime rate of 2,731.7 per 100,000 residents.