Is Greensboro or Wilson Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Wilson is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 20/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 2,982 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 31% lower. Greensboro has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Wilson has a 64% lower rate.
Note: Greensboro is 6.4x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Greensboro | Wilson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,306.9 | 2,981.7 | +1,325.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 923.7 | 579.2 | +344.6 |
| Murder Rate | 14.1 | 25.1 | -11.0 |
| Rape Rate | 26.3 | 27.2 | -0.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 173.5 | 62.7 | +110.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 709.8 | 464.2 | +245.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,383.1 | 2,402.5 | +980.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 286.5 | +196.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,308.2 | 1,881.9 | +426.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 592.5 | 234.2 | +358.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Greensboro or Wilson safer?
Wilson is safer with a total crime rate of 2,982 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Greensboro has a violent crime rate of 923.7 per 100K while Wilson has 579.2. Wilson 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 Wilson, NC
Wilson, NC, a city of over 49,000 residents in Eastern North Carolina, is known as "The City of Antiques" and home to the unique Whirligig Park. It lies along the I-95 corridor, a major North-South route. With a safety score of 20/100 and a population coverage of 47,825, Wilson has a total crime rate of 2,981.7 per 100,000 residents.