Is Henderson or Moreno Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Moreno Valley is safer than Henderson (Safety Score 42/100 vs 41/100), with a total crime rate of 1,938 per 100,000 versus 1,988 for Henderson — 2% lower. Henderson has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Henderson has a 39% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Henderson | Moreno Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,988.0 | 1,938.4 | +49.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 273.0 | 272.5 | +0.5 |
| Murder Rate | 2.3 | 3.3 | -1.0 |
| Rape Rate | 31.1 | 8.9 | +22.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 52.4 | 85.2 | -32.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 186.5 | 175.1 | +11.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,715.0 | 1,665.9 | +49.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 226.4 | 234.1 | -7.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,126.3 | 1,171.9 | -45.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 362.3 | 259.9 | +102.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Henderson or Moreno Valley safer?
Moreno Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,938 per 100K vs 1,988 for Henderson — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Henderson has a violent crime rate of 273.0 per 100K while Moreno Valley has 272.5. Moreno Valley has lower violent crime.
About Henderson, NV
Henderson, Nevada, a city incorporated in 1953, lies southeast of Las Vegas in the Mojave Desert. It is the second-largest city in Nevada, home to a diverse population. With a safety score of 41/100 and a population coverage of 343,619, Henderson has a total crime rate of 1,988.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Moreno Valley, CA
Nestled in the Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is a diverse city with a significant Hispanic population. It was once home to March Air Force Base, a key training facility during World War II. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 213,581, Moreno Valley has a total crime rate of 1,938.4 per 100,000 residents.