Moving from Colorado Springs, CO to Louisville, CO?
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Is Colorado Springs or Louisville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Louisville is safer than Colorado Springs (Safety Score 43/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 1,917 per 100,000 versus 4,167 for Colorado Springs — 54% lower. Colorado Springs has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Louisville has a 94% lower rate.
Note: Colorado Springs is 24.4x 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 | Louisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,167.1 | 1,917.0 | +2,250.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 718.3 | 129.1 | +589.1 |
| Murder Rate | 7.7 | 5.0 | +2.8 |
| Rape Rate | 101.3 | 29.8 | +71.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 77.5 | 5.0 | +72.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 529.0 | 89.4 | +439.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,448.8 | 1,787.8 | +1,661.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 529.8 | 630.7 | -100.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,227.4 | 1,028.0 | +1,199.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 691.6 | 129.1 | +562.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Colorado Springs, CO to Louisville, 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 Louisville safer?
Louisville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,917 per 100K vs 4,167 for Colorado Springs — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Colorado Springs has a violent crime rate of 718.3 per 100K while Louisville has 129.1. Louisville 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 Louisville, CO
Louisville, Colorado, a former coal mining town, sits just east of Boulder with a population around 21,000. Its historic downtown, once a bustling hub for miners, now features a lively mix of shops and restaurants. With a safety score of 43/100 and a population coverage of 20,136, Louisville has a total crime rate of 1,917.0 per 100,000 residents.