Is Owensboro or Shepherdsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Shepherdsville is safer than Owensboro (Safety Score 43/100 vs 15/100), with a total crime rate of 1,927 per 100,000 versus 3,266 for Owensboro — 41% lower. Owensboro has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Shepherdsville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Owensboro is 4.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Owensboro — 5-Year Trend
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Shepherdsville — 5-Year Trend
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Owensboro, KY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Owensboro | Shepherdsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,266.4 | 1,926.8 | +1,339.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 349.4 | 134.7 | +214.7 |
| Murder Rate | 1.7 | 0.0 | +1.7 |
| Rape Rate | 78.2 | 13.5 | +64.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 44.9 | 33.7 | +11.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 224.6 | 87.6 | +137.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,917.0 | 1,792.1 | +1,124.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 337.8 | 181.9 | +155.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,258.1 | 1,367.7 | +890.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 321.2 | 242.5 | +78.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Owensboro or Shepherdsville safer?
Shepherdsville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,927 per 100K vs 3,266 for Owensboro — a 41% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Owensboro has a violent crime rate of 349.4 per 100K while Shepherdsville has 134.7. Shepherdsville has lower violent crime.
About Owensboro, KY
Owensboro, Kentucky, known for its International Bluegrass Music Museum, sits on the Ohio River. This Daviess County seat is the fourth-largest city by population in the state. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 60,096, Owensboro has a total crime rate of 3,266.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Shepherdsville, KY
Shepherdsville, the county seat of Bullitt County, is nestled along the Salt River, south of Louisville. It's known for its annual "World's Largest Weenie Roast" and has a growing population of over 13,000 residents. With a safety score of 43/100 and a population coverage of 14,843, Shepherdsville has a total crime rate of 1,926.8 per 100,000 residents.