Is Fort Collins or Lexington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Fort Collins is safer than Lexington (Safety Score 30/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 2,429 per 100,000 versus 2,536 for Lexington — 4% lower. Fort Collins has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Fort Collins has a 69% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Fort Collins, CO?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Collins | Lexington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,429.2 | 2,536.4 | -107.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 273.9 | 262.0 | +11.9 |
| Murder Rate | 1.8 | 5.0 | -3.2 |
| Rape Rate | 22.9 | 51.7 | -28.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 24.6 | 79.5 | -54.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 223.5 | 125.9 | +97.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,155.3 | 2,274.4 | -119.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 228.7 | 264.8 | -36.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,742.4 | 1,728.4 | +14.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 184.2 | 281.2 | -97.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Collins or Lexington safer?
Fort Collins is safer with a total crime rate of 2,429 per 100K vs 2,536 for Lexington — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Collins has a violent crime rate of 273.9 per 100K while Lexington has 262.0. Lexington has lower violent crime.
About Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins, home to Colorado State University, is a vibrant city nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Its economy benefits from a strong craft brewing industry and a young, educated population. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 170,509, Fort Collins has a total crime rate of 2,429.2 per 100,000 residents.