Is Lubbock or Raleigh Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Raleigh is safer than Lubbock (Safety Score 15/100 vs 13/100), with a total crime rate of 3,308 per 100,000 versus 3,451 for Lubbock — 4% lower. Lubbock has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Raleigh has a 41% lower rate.
Lubbock — 5-Year Trend
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Raleigh — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lubbock | Raleigh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,450.9 | 3,308.0 | +142.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 822.2 | 488.9 | +333.3 |
| Murder Rate | 5.2 | 5.1 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 77.1 | 36.1 | +41.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 115.6 | 86.7 | +28.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 623.2 | 361.0 | +262.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,628.8 | 2,819.2 | -190.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 538.0 | 279.1 | +258.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,822.9 | 2,058.9 | -236.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 267.9 | 481.3 | -213.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lubbock or Raleigh safer?
Raleigh is safer with a total crime rate of 3,308 per 100K vs 3,451 for Lubbock — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lubbock has a violent crime rate of 822.2 per 100K while Raleigh has 488.9. Raleigh has lower violent crime.
About Lubbock, TX
Lubbock, Texas, the "Hub City," is a West Texas city with a strong agricultural presence, known for its cotton production and as the birthplace of Buddy Holly. It's home to Texas Tech University and boasts a population of over 260,000 residents. With a safety score of 13/100 and a population coverage of 269,900, Lubbock has a total crime rate of 3,450.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Raleigh, NC
Raleigh, North Carolina, the state capital, anchors the Research Triangle Park technology hub. Founded in 1792, it's known as the "City of Oaks" for its tree-lined streets and boasts a population exceeding 470,000. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 488,085, Raleigh has a total crime rate of 3,308.0 per 100,000 residents.