Is East Palo Alto or Morrisville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, East Palo Alto is safer than Morrisville (Safety Score 28/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 2,527 per 100,000 versus 2,533 for Morrisville — 0% lower. East Palo Alto has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Morrisville has a 85% lower rate.
East Palo Alto — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | East Palo Alto | Morrisville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,526.8 | 2,532.8 | -5.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 607.3 | 99.0 | +508.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.2 | 3.1 | +4.1 |
| Rape Rate | 94.0 | 6.2 | +87.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 213.3 | 30.9 | +182.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 292.8 | 58.8 | +234.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,919.5 | 2,433.8 | -514.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 108.5 | 151.5 | -43.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,352.0 | 2,099.8 | -747.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 459.1 | 182.5 | +276.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Palo Alto or Morrisville safer?
East Palo Alto is safer with a total crime rate of 2,527 per 100K vs 2,533 for Morrisville — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
East Palo Alto has a violent crime rate of 607.3 per 100K while Morrisville has 99.0. Morrisville has lower violent crime.
About East Palo Alto, CA
East Palo Alto, California, a city incorporated in 1983, sits on the San Francisco Bay's western shore. It is the only city in San Mateo County that primarily has a Black and Hispanic population. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 27,663, East Palo Alto has a total crime rate of 2,526.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Morrisville, NC
Morrisville, a rapidly growing suburb in Wake County, was once a stop along the North Carolina Railroad. Its location near Research Triangle Park has attracted a diverse, educated population. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 32,336, Morrisville has a total crime rate of 2,532.8 per 100,000 residents.