Is Davenport or Marshalltown Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Marshalltown is safer than Davenport (Safety Score 39/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,071 per 100,000 versus 4,123 for Davenport — 50% lower. Davenport has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Marshalltown has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Davenport is 3.6x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Davenport, IA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Davenport | Marshalltown | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,123.1 | 2,070.6 | +2,052.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 582.4 | 297.4 | +285.1 |
| Murder Rate | 8.0 | 7.3 | +0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 108.1 | 43.5 | +64.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 65.1 | 14.5 | +50.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 400.3 | 232.1 | +168.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,540.6 | 1,773.3 | +1,767.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 653.5 | 301.0 | +352.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,555.9 | 1,367.1 | +1,188.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 331.3 | 105.2 | +226.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Davenport or Marshalltown safer?
Marshalltown is safer with a total crime rate of 2,071 per 100K vs 4,123 for Davenport — a 50% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Davenport has a violent crime rate of 582.4 per 100K while Marshalltown has 297.4. Marshalltown has lower violent crime.
About Davenport, IA
Davenport, Iowa, one of the Quad Cities, sits on the Mississippi River's west bank. It's home to Palmer College of Chiropractic, the first chiropractic school. The city's population is diverse, with a notable Hispanic community. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 99,926, Davenport has a total crime rate of 4,123.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Marshalltown, IA
Marshalltown, a central Iowa hub, is known for its diverse population and as the home of Lennox Manufacturing since 1904. This city in Marshall County sits along the Iowa River. With a safety score of 39/100 and a population coverage of 27,576, Marshalltown has a total crime rate of 2,070.6 per 100,000 residents.