Is Lakewood or Missoula Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Missoula is safer than Lakewood (Safety Score 7/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 4,226 per 100,000 versus 4,270 for Lakewood — 1% lower. Lakewood has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Missoula has a 65% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Lakewood, WA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lakewood | Missoula | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,270.0 | 4,226.3 | +43.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 648.1 | 596.9 | +51.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.5 | 2.5 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 61.4 | 106.5 | -45.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 130.9 | 45.6 | +85.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 449.3 | 442.3 | +7.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,621.9 | 3,629.4 | -7.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 510.7 | 323.2 | +187.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,484.1 | 3,108.6 | -624.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 627.1 | 197.7 | +429.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lakewood or Missoula safer?
Missoula is safer with a total crime rate of 4,226 per 100K vs 4,270 for Lakewood — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lakewood has a violent crime rate of 648.1 per 100K while Missoula has 596.9. Missoula has lower violent crime.
About Lakewood, WA
Lakewood, WA, a city incorporated in 1996, sits between Tacoma and Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Its diverse population, with a significant military presence, resides among lakes and historic estates like Thornewood Castle. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 61,873, Lakewood has a total crime rate of 4,270.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Missoula, MT
Missoula, a vibrant university town in western Montana, is nestled in the Rocky Mountains at the confluence of three rivers. Home to the University of Montana, it boasts a youthful population and a strong appreciation for outdoor recreation and arts. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 78,911, Missoula has a total crime rate of 4,226.3 per 100,000 residents.