Moving from Keller, TX to Urbandale, IA?
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Is Keller or Urbandale Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Urbandale is safer than Keller (Safety Score 85/100 vs 84/100), with a total crime rate of 726 per 100,000 versus 733 for Keller — 1% lower. Keller has higher rates in 3 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Urbandale has a 67% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Keller, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Keller | Urbandale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 733.0 | 725.8 | +7.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 77.4 | 91.3 | -13.9 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 30.1 | 10.6 | +19.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 6.5 | 2.1 | +4.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 40.8 | 76.4 | -35.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 655.6 | 634.6 | +21.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 62.3 | 82.8 | -20.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 565.3 | 411.7 | +153.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 27.9 | 140.1 | -112.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Keller, TX to Urbandale, IA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Keller or Urbandale safer?
Urbandale is safer with a total crime rate of 726 per 100K vs 733 for Keller — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Keller has a violent crime rate of 77.4 per 100K while Urbandale has 91.3. Keller has lower violent crime.
About Keller, TX
Keller, a Fort Worth suburb, maintains a small-town feel despite its growth. Once known for its abundant artesian wells, it is now primarily a residential community with a median age around 40. With a safety score of 84/100 and a population coverage of 46,523, Keller has a total crime rate of 733.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Urbandale, IA
Urbandale, a Des Moines suburb, was once home to the Hawkeye Six, an early Iowa interurban line. Its population of over 45,000 residents enjoys a blend of residential areas and commercial developments. With a safety score of 85/100 and a population coverage of 47,119, Urbandale has a total crime rate of 725.8 per 100,000 residents.