Is Lake St. Louis or Las Vegas Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lake St. Louis is safer than Las Vegas Metro (Safety Score 87/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 662 per 100,000 versus 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — 78% lower. Lake St. Louis has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lake St. Louis has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Las Vegas Metro is 88.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Lake St. Louis, MO?
Lake St. Louis — 5-Year Trend
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Las Vegas Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lake St. Louis | Las Vegas Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 662.1 | 3,052.7 | -2,390.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 56.9 | 430.0 | -373.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 6.2 | -6.2 |
| Rape Rate | 5.2 | 51.6 | -46.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 5.2 | 64.8 | -59.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 46.6 | 307.2 | -260.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 605.2 | 2,622.7 | -2,017.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 41.4 | 461.5 | -420.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 532.7 | 1,564.5 | -1,031.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 31.0 | 596.7 | -565.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake St. Louis or Las Vegas Metro safer?
Lake St. Louis is safer with a total crime rate of 662 per 100K vs 3,053 for Las Vegas Metro — a 78% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lake St. Louis has a violent crime rate of 56.9 per 100K while Las Vegas Metro has 430.0. Lake St. Louis has lower violent crime.
About Lake St. Louis, MO
Lake St. Louis, a planned community established in 1967, is nestled in St. Charles County. This affluent suburb is centered around two private lakes, offering residents a serene, water-focused lifestyle. With a safety score of 87/100 and a population coverage of 19,334, Lake St. Louis has a total crime rate of 662.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Las Vegas Metro, NV
Las Vegas Metro encompasses the vibrant Entertainment Capital of the World, a city that sprung from a railroad stop in the Mojave Desert. Its population of over 2.3 million is a diverse mix, drawn to its unique blend of resort tourism and burgeoning tech industries. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 1,716,565, Las Vegas Metro has a total crime rate of 3,052.7 per 100,000 residents.