Is Columbus or Liberty Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Liberty Township is safer than Columbus (Safety Score 49/100 vs 18/100), with a total crime rate of 1,709 per 100,000 versus 3,088 for Columbus — 45% lower. Columbus has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Liberty Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Columbus is 77.1x 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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Columbus, OH
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Columbus | Liberty Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,088.3 | 1,709.2 | +1,379.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 435.0 | 185.2 | +249.8 |
| Murder Rate | 12.2 | 0.0 | +12.2 |
| Rape Rate | 124.2 | 67.4 | +56.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 87.7 | 25.3 | +62.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 210.7 | 92.6 | +118.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,653.4 | 1,524.0 | +1,129.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 404.5 | 75.8 | +328.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,706.1 | 1,305.0 | +401.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 542.8 | 143.1 | +399.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbus or Liberty Township safer?
Liberty Township is safer with a total crime rate of 1,709 per 100K vs 3,088 for Columbus — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Columbus has a violent crime rate of 435.0 per 100K while Liberty Township has 185.2. Liberty Township has lower violent crime.
About Columbus, OH
Columbus, Ohio, the state capital, sits at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers. Home to The Ohio State University, it's a diverse city with a growing population of over 900,000 residents. With a safety score of 18/100 and a population coverage of 915,447, Columbus has a total crime rate of 3,088.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Liberty Township, OH
Liberty Township, Ohio, part of Butler County, was established in 1803. This growing suburban area, home to over 40,000 residents, features the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 11,877, Liberty Township has a total crime rate of 1,709.2 per 100,000 residents.