Is Henderson or Lexington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Henderson is safer than Lexington (Safety Score 37/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 2,134 per 100,000 versus 2,536 for Lexington — 16% lower. Henderson has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Henderson has a 41% lower rate.
Note: Lexington is 11.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Henderson, KY?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Henderson | Lexington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,134.1 | 2,536.4 | -402.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 318.8 | 262.0 | +56.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.6 | 5.0 | -1.3 |
| Rape Rate | 58.0 | 51.7 | +6.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 47.1 | 79.5 | -32.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 210.1 | 125.9 | +84.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,815.2 | 2,274.4 | -459.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 365.9 | 264.8 | +101.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,210.1 | 1,728.4 | -518.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 239.1 | 281.2 | -42.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henderson or Lexington safer?
Henderson is safer with a total crime rate of 2,134 per 100K vs 2,536 for Lexington — a 16% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Henderson has a violent crime rate of 318.8 per 100K while Lexington has 262.0. Lexington has lower violent crime.
About Henderson, KY
Henderson, Kentucky, on the Ohio River, is known for its annual John James Audubon Festival. This small city, part of the Evansville metropolitan area, has a population of around 29,000. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 27,600, Henderson has a total crime rate of 2,134.1 per 100,000 residents.