Moving from Spokane Valley, WA to Springfield, MA?
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Is Spokane Valley, WA or Springfield, MA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Springfield, MA is safer than Spokane Valley, WA (Safety Score 11/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,728 per 100,000 versus 3,758 for Spokane Valley, WA — 1% lower. Spokane Valley has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Spokane Valley has a 92% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Spokane Valley, WA?
Spokane Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Springfield — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Spokane Valley | Springfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,757.8 | 3,728.2 | +29.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 242.1 | 892.7 | -650.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.9 | 10.9 | -10.0 |
| Rape Rate | 27.3 | 47.0 | -19.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 36.4 | 209.0 | -172.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 177.5 | 624.5 | -447.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,515.6 | 2,835.5 | +680.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 603.5 | 313.8 | +289.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,608.1 | 1,856.7 | +751.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 304.1 | 665.0 | -360.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Spokane Valley, WA to Springfield, MA?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spokane Valley or Springfield safer?
Springfield, MA is safer with a total crime rate of 3,728 per 100K vs 3,758 for Spokane Valley, WA — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Spokane Valley has a violent crime rate of 242.1 per 100K while Springfield has 892.7. Spokane Valley has lower violent crime.
About Spokane Valley, WA
Spokane Valley, WA, incorporated in 2003, is a large suburb east of Spokane. It's home to Mirabeau Point Park and features a diverse population of over 100,000 residents. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 109,852, Spokane Valley has a total crime rate of 3,757.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Springfield, MA
Springfield, Massachusetts, a city on the Connecticut River, is the "City of Firsts," notably home to the invention of basketball. Its diverse population of over 150,000 residents reflects a rich industrial past and a vibrant present as an economic hub. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 155,491, Springfield has a total crime rate of 3,728.2 per 100,000 residents.