Is Goldsboro or Monroe Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Goldsboro is safer than Monroe (Safety Score 1/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 6,940 per 100,000 versus 7,626 for Monroe — 9% lower. Goldsboro has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Monroe has a 66% lower rate.
Goldsboro — 5-Year Trend
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Monroe — 5-Year Trend
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Goldsboro, NC
Monroe, LA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Goldsboro | Monroe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,940.0 | 7,625.8 | -685.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,076.4 | 1,892.4 | -816.0 |
| Murder Rate | 44.9 | 15.1 | +29.7 |
| Rape Rate | 29.9 | 30.2 | -0.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 182.4 | 164.2 | +18.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 819.3 | 1,682.9 | -863.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,863.5 | 5,733.4 | +130.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 980.7 | 1,402.0 | -421.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 4,559.9 | 3,977.1 | +582.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 322.9 | 354.3 | -31.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Goldsboro or Monroe safer?
Goldsboro is safer with a total crime rate of 6,940 per 100K vs 7,626 for Monroe — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Goldsboro has a violent crime rate of 1,076.4 per 100K while Monroe has 1,892.4. Goldsboro has lower violent crime.
About Goldsboro, NC
Goldsboro, NC, a city in Wayne County, is home to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Historically, it was a significant railway hub in eastern North Carolina. Its population is around 35,000. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 33,444, Goldsboro has a total crime rate of 6,940.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Monroe, LA
Monroe, Louisiana, on the Ouachita River, is home to the University of Louisiana Monroe. This city in northeast Louisiana has a diverse population, including a significant African American community. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 46,290, Monroe has a total crime rate of 7,625.8 per 100,000 residents.