Is Jacksonville or Salisbury Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Jacksonville is safer than Salisbury (Safety Score 4/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 4,914 per 100,000 versus 4,947 for Salisbury — 1% lower. Jacksonville has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Jacksonville has a 43% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Jacksonville, AR?
Jacksonville — 5-Year Trend
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Salisbury — 5-Year Trend
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Jacksonville, AR
Salisbury, NC
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Jacksonville | Salisbury | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,914.0 | 4,947.5 | -33.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 953.1 | 960.0 | -6.9 |
| Murder Rate | 20.7 | 30.1 | -9.4 |
| Rape Rate | 62.2 | 57.4 | +4.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 82.9 | 145.0 | -62.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 783.9 | 727.5 | +56.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,960.9 | 3,987.5 | -26.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 632.0 | 402.0 | +229.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,755.7 | 2,762.3 | -6.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 573.2 | 823.2 | -250.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jacksonville or Salisbury safer?
Jacksonville is safer with a total crime rate of 4,914 per 100K vs 4,947 for Salisbury — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Jacksonville has a violent crime rate of 953.1 per 100K while Salisbury has 960.0. Jacksonville has lower violent crime.
About Jacksonville, AR
Jacksonville, Arkansas, home to the state's first Air Force base, is a city of over 28,000 residents located just north of Little Rock. Its diverse population reflects a blend of military heritage and suburban growth within Pulaski County. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 28,958, Jacksonville has a total crime rate of 4,914.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Salisbury, NC
Salisbury, NC, home to Cheerwine, is a city of over 35,000 residents in Rowan County. It sits in the Piedmont region, roughly midway between Charlotte and Greensboro. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 36,564, Salisbury has a total crime rate of 4,947.5 per 100,000 residents.