Is Durham or Toledo Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Toledo is safer than Durham (Safety Score 10/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 3,773 per 100,000 versus 4,420 for Durham — 15% lower. Durham has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Durham has a 40% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Durham, NC?
Durham — 5-Year Trend
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Toledo — 5-Year Trend
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Durham, NC
Toledo, OH
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Durham | Toledo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,420.3 | 3,773.3 | +647.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 620.6 | 1,041.1 | -420.5 |
| Murder Rate | 12.3 | 12.1 | +0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 57.3 | 98.6 | -41.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 160.9 | 107.3 | +53.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 388.7 | 823.0 | -434.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,799.7 | 2,732.2 | +1,067.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 450.4 | 483.2 | -32.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,725.4 | 1,844.4 | +881.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 623.9 | 404.7 | +219.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Durham or Toledo safer?
Toledo is safer with a total crime rate of 3,773 per 100K vs 4,420 for Durham — a 15% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Durham has a violent crime rate of 620.6 per 100K while Toledo has 1,041.1. Durham has lower violent crime.
About Durham, NC
Durham, North Carolina, known as the "Bull City," grew around its tobacco industry. It's a diverse city in the Piedmont region, home to Duke University and a thriving tech scene. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 300,208, Durham has a total crime rate of 4,420.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Toledo, OH
Toledo, a city on the Maumee River near Lake Erie, was once a major glass production hub, earning it the nickname "Glass City." Its population is diverse, with a notable Hispanic community. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 263,668, Toledo has a total crime rate of 3,773.3 per 100,000 residents.