Is El Paso or Las Vegas Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, El Paso is safer than Las Vegas Metro (Safety Score 47/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,773 per 100,000 versus 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — 42% lower. El Paso has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where El Paso has a 52% lower rate.
Note: Las Vegas Metro is 2.5x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | El Paso | Las Vegas Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,773.0 | 3,052.7 | -1,279.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 279.0 | 430.0 | -151.0 |
| Murder Rate | 3.0 | 6.2 | -3.2 |
| Rape Rate | 0.6 | 51.6 | -51.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.1 | 64.8 | -27.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 237.8 | 307.2 | -69.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,494.0 | 2,622.7 | -1,128.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 140.2 | 461.5 | -321.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,072.4 | 1,564.5 | -492.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 281.4 | 596.7 | -315.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Paso or Las Vegas Metro safer?
El Paso is safer with a total crime rate of 1,773 per 100K vs 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — a 42% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
El Paso has a violent crime rate of 279.0 per 100K while Las Vegas Metro has 430.0. El Paso has lower violent crime.
About El Paso, TX
Nestled at the base of the Franklin Mountains, El Paso is a large border city with a rich Tejano heritage. Its unique position makes it the largest binational metropolitan area in the Western Hemisphere, boasting a vibrant blend of American and Mexican cultures. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 678,860, El Paso has a total crime rate of 1,773.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Las Vegas Metro, NV
Las Vegas Metro encompasses the vibrant Entertainment Capital of the World, a city that sprung from a railroad stop in the Mojave Desert. Its population of over 2.3 million is a diverse mix, drawn to its unique blend of resort tourism and burgeoning tech industries. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 1,716,565, Las Vegas Metro has a total crime rate of 3,052.7 per 100,000 residents.