Is Tacoma or Vancouver Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Vancouver is safer than Tacoma (Safety Score 9/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 3,991 per 100,000 versus 6,667 for Tacoma — 40% lower. Tacoma has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Vancouver has a 45% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Tacoma, WA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Tacoma | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,666.7 | 3,991.0 | +2,675.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,063.0 | 583.8 | +479.3 |
| Murder Rate | 9.8 | 5.6 | +4.3 |
| Rape Rate | 67.9 | 61.6 | +6.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 184.4 | 122.1 | +62.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 801.0 | 393.1 | +407.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,603.6 | 3,407.3 | +2,196.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 669.7 | 469.2 | +200.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,521.3 | 2,341.1 | +1,180.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,412.6 | 596.9 | +815.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tacoma or Vancouver safer?
Vancouver is safer with a total crime rate of 3,991 per 100K vs 6,667 for Tacoma — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Tacoma has a violent crime rate of 1,063.0 per 100K while Vancouver has 583.8. Vancouver 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 Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, Washington, across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon, is the fourth-largest city in Washington. It was the site of Fort Vancouver, a major 19th-century fur trading post. The city has seen significant growth, with a population over 190,000. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 198,194, Vancouver has a total crime rate of 3,991.0 per 100,000 residents.