Is Tacoma or Tukwila Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Tacoma is safer than Tukwila (Safety Score 1/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 6,667 per 100,000 versus 16,171 for Tukwila — 59% lower. Tacoma has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Tacoma has a 63% lower rate.
Note: Tacoma is 10.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Tacoma, WA?
Tacoma — 5-Year Trend
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Tukwila — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Tacoma | Tukwila | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,666.7 | 16,170.6 | -9,504.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,063.0 | 926.8 | +136.3 |
| Murder Rate | 9.8 | 14.3 | -4.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.9 | 129.0 | -61.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 184.4 | 348.7 | -164.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 801.0 | 434.7 | +366.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,603.6 | 15,243.9 | -9,640.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 669.7 | 840.8 | -171.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,521.3 | 11,551.1 | -8,029.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,412.6 | 2,852.0 | -1,439.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tacoma or Tukwila safer?
Tacoma is safer with a total crime rate of 6,667 per 100K vs 16,171 for Tukwila — a 59% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Tacoma has a violent crime rate of 1,063.0 per 100K while Tukwila has 926.8. Tukwila has lower violent crime.
About Tacoma, WA
Tacoma, nestled on Commencement Bay, boasts a rich industrial past, once a major port for timber and rail. Today, this diverse city, home to over 200,000 residents, features a vibrant arts scene and stunning views of Mount Rainier. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 223,980, Tacoma has a total crime rate of 6,666.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Tukwila, WA
Tukwila, a name derived from a Chinook Jargon word meaning "land of the hazelnut tree," sits just south of Seattle at the confluence of major highways. This diverse city is home to a significant immigrant population and hosts Westfield Southcenter, the largest shopping mall in Washington state. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 20,933, Tukwila has a total crime rate of 16,170.6 per 100,000 residents.