Moving from Lubbock, TX to Sioux Falls, SD?
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Is Lubbock or Sioux Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Sioux Falls is safer than Lubbock (Safety Score 14/100 vs 14/100), with a total crime rate of 3,442 per 100,000 versus 3,451 for Lubbock — 0% lower. Lubbock has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Sioux Falls has a 59% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Lubbock, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lubbock | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,450.9 | 3,442.0 | +8.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 822.2 | 526.7 | +295.4 |
| Murder Rate | 5.2 | 6.6 | -1.5 |
| Rape Rate | 77.1 | 28.0 | +49.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 115.6 | 47.4 | +68.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 623.2 | 444.7 | +178.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,628.8 | 2,915.2 | -286.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 538.0 | 303.0 | +235.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,822.9 | 2,174.7 | -351.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 267.9 | 437.6 | -169.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Lubbock, TX to Sioux Falls, SD?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lubbock or Sioux Falls safer?
Sioux Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 3,442 per 100K vs 3,451 for Lubbock — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lubbock has a violent crime rate of 822.2 per 100K while Sioux Falls has 526.7. Sioux Falls 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 14/100 and a population coverage of 269,900, Lubbock has a total crime rate of 3,450.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls, named for the Big Sioux River and its waterfalls, is South Dakota's largest city. It's a regional hub for healthcare and finance, with a growing population of over 200,000 residents. The city's economy has historically been tied to agriculture. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 210,926, Sioux Falls has a total crime rate of 3,442.0 per 100,000 residents.