Moving from Fife, WA to Vancouver, WA?
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Is Fife or Vancouver Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Vancouver is safer than Fife (Safety Score 9/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 3,991 per 100,000 versus 6,936 for Fife — 42% lower. Fife has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Vancouver has a 50% lower rate.
Note: Vancouver is 18.7x 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 SAFER than Fife, WA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fife | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,935.5 | 3,991.0 | +2,944.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,017.7 | 583.8 | +434.0 |
| Murder Rate | 9.4 | 5.6 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 66.0 | 61.6 | +4.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 245.0 | 122.1 | +122.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 697.3 | 393.1 | +304.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,917.8 | 3,407.3 | +2,510.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 584.2 | 469.2 | +115.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,788.2 | 2,341.1 | +1,447.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,545.4 | 596.9 | +948.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Fife, 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 Fife or Vancouver safer?
Vancouver is safer with a total crime rate of 3,991 per 100K vs 6,936 for Fife — a 42% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fife has a violent crime rate of 1,017.7 per 100K while Vancouver has 583.8. Vancouver has lower violent crime.
About Fife, WA
Fife, Washington, a small city in Pierce County, is known for its many car dealerships. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians maintains a strong cultural presence, with a casino and other enterprises within city limits. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 10,612, Fife has a total crime rate of 6,935.5 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.