Is El Paso or Virginia Beach Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Virginia Beach is safer than El Paso (Safety Score 48/100 vs 47/100), with a total crime rate of 1,733 per 100,000 versus 1,773 for El Paso — 2% lower. El Paso has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Virginia Beach has a 67% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | El Paso | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,773.0 | 1,733.3 | +39.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 279.0 | 93.4 | +185.6 |
| Murder Rate | 3.0 | 2.9 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 0.6 | 18.5 | -17.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.1 | 31.6 | +5.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 237.8 | 39.3 | +198.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,494.0 | 1,639.9 | -145.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 140.2 | 83.9 | +56.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,072.4 | 1,446.8 | -374.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 281.4 | 109.2 | +172.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Paso or Virginia Beach safer?
Virginia Beach is safer with a total crime rate of 1,733 per 100K vs 1,773 for El Paso — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
El Paso has a violent crime rate of 279.0 per 100K while Virginia Beach has 93.4. Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach, VA
Virginia Beach, a coastal city where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic, is home to the Naval Air Station Oceana, a major employer. Its population of nearly half a million is diverse, with significant military and retiree communities. With a safety score of 48/100 and a population coverage of 455,155, Virginia Beach has a total crime rate of 1,733.3 per 100,000 residents.