Is Kent or Tacoma Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Kent is safer than Tacoma (Safety Score 7/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 4,261 per 100,000 versus 6,667 for Tacoma — 36% lower. Kent has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Kent has a 54% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Kent, WA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Kent | Tacoma | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,260.8 | 6,666.7 | -2,405.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 489.7 | 1,063.0 | -573.3 |
| Murder Rate | 5.3 | 9.8 | -4.5 |
| Rape Rate | 64.2 | 67.9 | -3.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 144.3 | 184.4 | -40.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 275.8 | 801.0 | -525.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,771.1 | 5,603.6 | -1,832.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 690.7 | 669.7 | +21.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,149.3 | 3,521.3 | -1,372.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 931.1 | 1,412.6 | -481.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kent or Tacoma safer?
Kent is safer with a total crime rate of 4,261 per 100K vs 6,667 for Tacoma — a 36% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Kent has a violent crime rate of 489.7 per 100K while Tacoma has 1,063.0. Kent has lower violent crime.
About Kent, WA
Kent, Washington, a diverse city in the Green River Valley, was once a major agricultural producer, especially known for hops. It's now the fourth largest city in King County by population. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 132,324, Kent has a total crime rate of 4,260.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Tacoma, WA
Tacoma, nestled on Commencement Bay, boasts a rich industrial past, once a major port for timber and rail. Today, this diverse city, home to over 200,000 residents, features a vibrant arts scene and stunning views of Mount Rainier. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 223,980, Tacoma has a total crime rate of 6,666.7 per 100,000 residents.