Is Fargo or Hayward Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Hayward is safer than Fargo (Safety Score 8/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 4,134 per 100,000 versus 4,195 for Fargo — 1% lower. Fargo has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Fargo has a 56% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Fargo, ND?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fargo | Hayward | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,195.1 | 4,133.8 | +61.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 498.2 | 477.1 | +21.1 |
| Murder Rate | 4.4 | 7.8 | -3.4 |
| Rape Rate | 102.5 | 46.9 | +55.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 77.4 | 174.0 | -96.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 314.0 | 248.3 | +65.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,696.9 | 3,656.7 | +40.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 741.4 | 364.4 | +377.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,600.9 | 1,915.7 | +685.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 354.5 | 1,376.6 | -1,022.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fargo or Hayward safer?
Hayward is safer with a total crime rate of 4,134 per 100K vs 4,195 for Fargo — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fargo has a violent crime rate of 498.2 per 100K while Hayward has 477.1. Hayward has lower violent crime.
About Fargo, ND
Fargo, North Dakota, a city of over 120,000, sits on the Red River of the North, forming a metropolitan area with Moorhead, Minnesota. Home to North Dakota State University, it's a regional hub for agriculture and technology. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 135,682, Fargo has a total crime rate of 4,195.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Hayward, CA
Hayward, a diverse city in Alameda County, sits on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay. Home to California State University, East Bay, it was once a major agricultural producer, especially known for its cherries and tomatoes. Its population is over 160,000 residents. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 153,419, Hayward has a total crime rate of 4,133.8 per 100,000 residents.