Is Rogers or Sandy Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sandy Springs is safer than Rogers (Safety Score 52/100 vs 52/100), with a total crime rate of 1,602 per 100,000 versus 1,617 for Rogers — 1% lower. Rogers has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Sandy Springs has a 59% lower rate.
Rogers — 5-Year Trend
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Sandy Springs — 5-Year Trend
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Rogers, AR
Sandy Springs, GA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Rogers | Sandy Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,617.4 | 1,601.6 | +15.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 342.6 | 141.1 | +201.5 |
| Murder Rate | 1.3 | 1.0 | +0.4 |
| Rape Rate | 102.3 | 22.7 | +79.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 15.9 | 15.2 | +0.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 221.8 | 100.4 | +121.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,274.8 | 1,460.5 | -185.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 135.5 | 198.0 | -62.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,075.6 | 1,119.5 | -43.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 63.7 | 143.0 | -79.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rogers or Sandy Springs safer?
Sandy Springs is safer with a total crime rate of 1,602 per 100K vs 1,617 for Rogers — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Rogers has a violent crime rate of 342.6 per 100K while Sandy Springs has 141.1. Sandy Springs has lower violent crime.
About Rogers, AR
Rogers, Arkansas, in Benton County, is a growing city in Northwest Arkansas, part of a rapidly expanding metropolitan area. Historically a railroad town, its downtown area reflects this heritage with many historic buildings. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 75,307, Rogers has a total crime rate of 1,617.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Sandy Springs, GA
Sandy Springs, a northern suburb of Atlanta, was incorporated in 2005 after a long history of community activism. It's home to the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and has a diverse population. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 105,580, Sandy Springs has a total crime rate of 1,601.6 per 100,000 residents.