Moving from Ellensburg, WA to Vancouver, WA?
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Is Ellensburg or Vancouver Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Ellensburg is safer than Vancouver (Safety Score 30/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 2,409 per 100,000 versus 3,991 for Vancouver — 40% lower. Ellensburg has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Ellensburg has a 82% lower rate.
Note: Vancouver is 10.7x 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 Ellensburg, WA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Ellensburg | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,409.1 | 3,991.0 | -1,582.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 227.4 | 583.8 | -356.4 |
| Murder Rate | 5.4 | 5.6 | -0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 92.0 | 61.6 | +30.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 21.7 | 122.1 | -100.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 108.3 | 393.1 | -284.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,181.7 | 3,407.3 | -1,225.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 243.6 | 469.2 | -225.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,856.9 | 2,341.1 | -484.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 81.2 | 596.9 | -515.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Ellensburg, WA to Vancouver, WA?
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 Ellensburg or Vancouver safer?
Ellensburg is safer with a total crime rate of 2,409 per 100K vs 3,991 for Vancouver — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Ellensburg has a violent crime rate of 227.4 per 100K while Vancouver has 583.8. Ellensburg has lower violent crime.
About Ellensburg, WA
Ellensburg, a Kittitas Valley city, is home to Central Washington University and a rich rodeo tradition. Its location east of the Cascade Mountains contributes to its drier climate and agricultural roots, with a population around 20,000. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 18,472, Ellensburg has a total crime rate of 2,409.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, Washington, across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon, is the fourth-largest city in Washington. It was the site of Fort Vancouver, a major 19th-century fur trading post. The city has seen significant growth, with a population over 190,000. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 198,194, Vancouver has a total crime rate of 3,991.0 per 100,000 residents.