Is Raleigh or Sacramento Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Sacramento is safer than Raleigh (Safety Score 15/100 vs 15/100), with a total crime rate of 3,302 per 100,000 versus 3,308 for Raleigh — 0% lower. Raleigh has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Raleigh has a 55% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Raleigh, NC?
Raleigh — 5-Year Trend
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Sacramento — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Raleigh | Sacramento | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,308.0 | 3,302.5 | +5.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 488.9 | 755.1 | -266.3 |
| Murder Rate | 5.1 | 8.5 | -3.4 |
| Rape Rate | 36.1 | 34.6 | +1.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 86.7 | 192.2 | -105.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 361.0 | 519.7 | -158.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,819.2 | 2,547.3 | +271.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 279.1 | 441.6 | -162.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,058.9 | 1,596.1 | +462.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 481.3 | 509.6 | -28.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Raleigh or Sacramento safer?
Sacramento is safer with a total crime rate of 3,302 per 100K vs 3,308 for Raleigh — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Raleigh has a violent crime rate of 488.9 per 100K while Sacramento has 755.1. Raleigh has lower violent crime.
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.
About Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California's state capital, sits at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers. A key Gold Rush city, it's known for its tree-lined streets and diverse population. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 526,670, Sacramento has a total crime rate of 3,302.5 per 100,000 residents.