Is Mobile or Montgomery Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mobile is safer than Montgomery (Safety Score 30/100 vs 22/100), with a total crime rate of 2,426 per 100,000 versus 2,830 for Montgomery — 14% lower. Mobile has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Mobile has a 72% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Mobile | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,426.5 | 2,829.7 | -403.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 752.0 | 594.7 | +157.4 |
| Murder Rate | 16.5 | 18.1 | -1.6 |
| Rape Rate | 26.2 | 6.2 | +20.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 52.7 | 191.5 | -138.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 656.7 | 378.9 | +277.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,674.5 | 2,235.1 | -560.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 313.4 | 527.0 | -213.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,188.6 | 1,341.1 | -152.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 172.5 | 367.0 | -194.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mobile or Montgomery safer?
Mobile is safer with a total crime rate of 2,426 per 100K vs 2,830 for Montgomery — a 14% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Mobile has a violent crime rate of 752.0 per 100K while Montgomery has 594.7. Montgomery has lower violent crime.
About Mobile, AL
Mobile, Alabama, a port city on Mobile Bay, boasts a rich Mardi Gras tradition predating New Orleans. Its population is predominantly African American, reflecting its deep Southern roots. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 237,092, Mobile has a total crime rate of 2,426.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Montgomery, AL
Montgomery, Alabama, the state capital and "First Capital of the Confederacy," sits along the Alabama River. Its population is approximately 200,000, with a significant African American community. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 193,728, Montgomery has a total crime rate of 2,829.7 per 100,000 residents.