Is Glendale or Green Bay Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Green Bay is safer than Glendale (Safety Score 46/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 1,807 per 100,000 versus 4,481 for Glendale — 60% lower. Glendale has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Glendale has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Green Bay is 8.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Glendale, WI
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Glendale | Green Bay | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,480.9 | 1,807.3 | +2,673.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 295.1 | 495.1 | -200.0 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 1.9 | -1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.3 | 61.8 | -38.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 155.3 | 26.6 | +128.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 116.5 | 404.8 | -288.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,185.8 | 1,312.2 | +2,873.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 217.4 | 108.3 | +109.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,556.7 | 950.2 | +2,606.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 411.6 | 253.7 | +157.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glendale or Green Bay safer?
Green Bay is safer with a total crime rate of 1,807 per 100K vs 4,481 for Glendale — a 60% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Glendale has a violent crime rate of 295.1 per 100K while Green Bay has 495.1. Glendale has lower violent crime.
About Glendale, WI
Glendale, Wisconsin, a suburb north of Milwaukee, is home to Bayshore Town Center. This affluent community, once primarily farmland, boasts a median household income significantly higher than the state average. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 12,877, Glendale has a total crime rate of 4,480.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Green Bay, WI
Green Bay, Wisconsin, is home to the Packers, an iconic NFL team. Situated at the mouth of the Fox River on Lake Michigan's Green Bay, it has a population of around 107,000. With a safety score of 46/100 and a population coverage of 105,240, Green Bay has a total crime rate of 1,807.3 per 100,000 residents.