Is Greensboro or Roanoke Rapids Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Roanoke Rapids is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 7/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 4,277 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 1% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Roanoke Rapids has a 51% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 21.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Greensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Roanoke Rapids — 5-Year Trend
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Greensboro, NC
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Roanoke Rapids | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 4,276.8 | +30.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 896.7 | +27.0 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 6.9 | +7.2 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 55.2 | -28.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 117.3 | +56.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 717.4 | -7.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 3,380.0 | +3.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 538.0 | -55.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 2,593.6 | -285.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 248.3 | +344.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greensboro or Roanoke Rapids safer?
Roanoke Rapids is safer with a total crime rate of 4,277 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Roanoke Rapids has 896.7. Roanoke Rapids has lower violent crime.
About Greensboro, NC
Greensboro, a city in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad, was the site of the 1960 Woolworth's lunch counter sit-in. It's a diverse community with a population of over 299,000 residents. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 304,306, Greensboro has a total crime rate of 4,306.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Roanoke Rapids, NC
Roanoke Rapids, a former mill town, straddles the Roanoke River near the Virginia border. It's home to the Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail, celebrating its industrial past. The city's population is around 15,000. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 14,497, Roanoke Rapids has a total crime rate of 4,276.8 per 100,000 residents.