Moving from Decatur, AL to Montgomery, AL?
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Is Decatur, AL or Montgomery, AL Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Montgomery, AL is safer than Decatur, AL (Safety Score 23/100 vs 21/100), with a total crime rate of 2,830 per 100,000 versus 2,916 for Decatur, AL — 3% lower. Decatur has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Decatur has a 77% lower rate.
Note: Montgomery is 3.3x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Decatur, AL?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Decatur | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,915.5 | 2,829.7 | +85.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 606.7 | 594.7 | +12.0 |
| Murder Rate | 8.5 | 18.1 | -9.5 |
| Rape Rate | 54.7 | 6.2 | +48.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 44.4 | 191.5 | -147.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 499.0 | 378.9 | +120.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,308.9 | 2,235.1 | +73.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 193.1 | 527.0 | -333.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,833.8 | 1,341.1 | +492.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 282.0 | 367.0 | -85.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Decatur, AL to Montgomery, AL?
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 Decatur or Montgomery safer?
Montgomery, AL is safer with a total crime rate of 2,830 per 100K vs 2,916 for Decatur, AL — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Decatur has a violent crime rate of 606.7 per 100K while Montgomery has 594.7. Montgomery has lower violent crime.
About Decatur, AL
Decatur, "The River City," sits on the Tennessee River in Morgan County. This North Alabama city, historically a railroad hub, is now home to a diverse population of over 55,000 residents. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 58,514, Decatur has a total crime rate of 2,915.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Montgomery, AL
Montgomery, Alabama, the state capital and "First Capital of the Confederacy," sits along the Alabama River. Its population is approximately 200,000, with a significant African American community. With a safety score of 23/100 and a population coverage of 193,728, Montgomery has a total crime rate of 2,829.7 per 100,000 residents.