Is Erlanger or Lexington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Erlanger is safer than Lexington (Safety Score 89/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 595 per 100,000 versus 2,536 for Lexington — 77% lower. Erlanger has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Erlanger has a 94% lower rate.
Note: Lexington is 16.3x 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 SAFER than Erlanger, KY?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Erlanger | Lexington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 595.2 | 2,536.4 | -1,941.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 70.6 | 262.0 | -191.4 |
| Murder Rate | 5.0 | 5.0 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 25.2 | 51.7 | -26.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 5.0 | 79.5 | -74.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 35.3 | 125.9 | -90.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 524.5 | 2,274.4 | -1,749.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 65.6 | 264.8 | -199.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 292.5 | 1,728.4 | -1,435.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 166.4 | 281.2 | -114.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Erlanger or Lexington safer?
Erlanger is safer with a total crime rate of 595 per 100K vs 2,536 for Lexington — a 77% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Erlanger has a violent crime rate of 70.6 per 100K while Lexington has 262.0. Erlanger has lower violent crime.
About Erlanger, KY
Erlanger, Kentucky, a Northern Kentucky city in Boone County, was founded as a railroad town. Its close proximity to Cincinnati, Ohio, influences its suburban character and commuter population. With a safety score of 89/100 and a population coverage of 19,827, Erlanger has a total crime rate of 595.2 per 100,000 residents.