Is Lafayette or Spokane Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lafayette is safer than Spokane (Safety Score 3/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 5,414 per 100,000 versus 5,518 for Spokane — 2% lower. Lafayette has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Spokane has a 53% lower rate.
Lafayette — 5-Year Trend
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Spokane — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lafayette | Spokane | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,413.6 | 5,518.3 | -104.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,066.1 | 677.5 | +388.6 |
| Murder Rate | 14.8 | 7.0 | +7.9 |
| Rape Rate | 33.8 | 76.7 | -42.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 69.2 | 145.1 | -75.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 948.4 | 446.1 | +502.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,347.5 | 4,840.8 | -493.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 661.1 | 646.5 | +14.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,227.9 | 3,668.8 | -440.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 458.6 | 525.4 | -66.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lafayette or Spokane safer?
Lafayette is safer with a total crime rate of 5,414 per 100K vs 5,518 for Spokane — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lafayette has a violent crime rate of 1,066.1 per 100K while Spokane has 677.5. Spokane 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 Spokane, WA
Spokane, the "Lilac City," sits on the Spokane River in Eastern Washington, near the Idaho border. Home to Fairchild Air Force Base, its population is around 229,000. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 229,529, Spokane has a total crime rate of 5,518.3 per 100,000 residents.