Moving from Little Rock, AR to Searcy, AR?
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Is Little Rock or Searcy Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Searcy is safer than Little Rock (Safety Score 25/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 2,667 per 100,000 versus 6,887 for Little Rock — 61% lower. Little Rock has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Searcy has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Little Rock is 8.5x 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 SAFER than Little Rock, AR?
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Searcy — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Little Rock | Searcy | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,886.8 | 2,667.2 | +4,219.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,672.5 | 398.2 | +1,274.3 |
| Murder Rate | 17.6 | 0.0 | +17.6 |
| Rape Rate | 115.1 | 53.9 | +61.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 217.9 | 29.0 | +188.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 1,321.4 | 315.3 | +1,006.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,214.3 | 2,269.0 | +2,945.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 937.1 | 178.4 | +758.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,823.8 | 1,916.4 | +1,907.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 453.4 | 174.2 | +279.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Little Rock, AR to Searcy, AR?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Little Rock or Searcy safer?
Searcy is safer with a total crime rate of 2,667 per 100K vs 6,887 for Little Rock — a 61% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Little Rock has a violent crime rate of 1,672.5 per 100K while Searcy has 398.2. Searcy has lower violent crime.
About Little Rock, AR
Little Rock, Arkansas, a city along the Arkansas River, is notable as the site of the 1957 Central High School desegregation crisis. Its population is approximately 203,000, serving as the state capital and a regional hub for commerce and transportation. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 204,247, Little Rock has a total crime rate of 6,886.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Searcy, AR
Searcy, Arkansas, home to Harding University, is a city in White County with a population of about 28,000. It sits in the Little Red River valley, roughly 50 miles northeast of Little Rock. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 24,108, Searcy has a total crime rate of 2,667.2 per 100,000 residents.