Is Lafayette or Peoria Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lafayette is safer than Peoria (Safety Score 3/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,414 per 100,000 versus 5,629 for Peoria — 4% lower. Lafayette has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Lafayette has a 46% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lafayette | Peoria | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,413.6 | 5,629.3 | -215.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,066.1 | 1,344.9 | -278.8 |
| Murder Rate | 14.8 | 12.8 | +2.1 |
| Rape Rate | 33.8 | 152.3 | -118.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 69.2 | 127.7 | -58.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 948.4 | 1,052.2 | -103.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,347.5 | 4,284.4 | +63.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 661.1 | 1,441.5 | -780.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,227.9 | 2,066.1 | +1,161.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 458.6 | 776.8 | -318.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lafayette or Peoria safer?
Lafayette is safer with a total crime rate of 5,414 per 100K vs 5,629 for Peoria — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lafayette has a violent crime rate of 1,066.1 per 100K while Peoria has 1,344.9. Lafayette has lower violent crime.
About Lafayette, LA
Lafayette, at the heart of Acadiana, is a vibrant hub of Cajun and Creole culture, known for its lively music and food scene. Situated along the Vermilion River, it's the most populous city in the Lafayette metropolitan area. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 121,471, Lafayette has a total crime rate of 5,413.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Peoria, IL
Peoria, Illinois, a city on the Illinois River known for its Caterpillar Inc. headquarters, once boasted a thriving distillery industry before Prohibition. It's the largest city in its county, with a diverse population of nearly 110,000. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 109,677, Peoria has a total crime rate of 5,629.3 per 100,000 residents.