Is Independence or Vancouver Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Vancouver is safer than Independence (Safety Score 9/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 3,991 per 100,000 versus 4,096 for Independence — 3% lower. Independence has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Vancouver has a 39% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Independence, MO?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Independence | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,095.8 | 3,991.0 | +104.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 572.0 | 583.8 | -11.7 |
| Murder Rate | 9.2 | 5.6 | +3.6 |
| Rape Rate | 89.8 | 61.6 | +28.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 75.7 | 122.1 | -46.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 396.6 | 393.1 | +3.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,523.7 | 3,407.3 | +116.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 407.4 | 469.2 | -61.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,301.5 | 2,341.1 | -39.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 814.8 | 596.9 | +217.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Independence or Vancouver safer?
Vancouver is safer with a total crime rate of 3,991 per 100K vs 4,096 for Independence — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Independence has a violent crime rate of 572.0 per 100K while Vancouver has 583.8. Independence has lower violent crime.
About Independence, MO
Independence, Missouri, a city of about 120,000 residents, is historically significant as the starting point of the Oregon, Santa Fe, and California Trails. Located just east of Kansas City, it's a prominent suburb with a rich past. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 120,271, Independence has a total crime rate of 4,095.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, Washington, across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon, is the fourth-largest city in Washington. It was the site of Fort Vancouver, a major 19th-century fur trading post. The city has seen significant growth, with a population over 190,000. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 198,194, Vancouver has a total crime rate of 3,991.0 per 100,000 residents.