Is Tacoma or Woodinville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Woodinville is safer than Tacoma (Safety Score 18/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 3,072 per 100,000 versus 6,667 for Tacoma — 54% lower. Tacoma has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Woodinville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Tacoma is 16.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Tacoma | Woodinville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 6,666.7 | 3,071.6 | +3,595.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,063.0 | 79.7 | +983.4 |
| Murder Rate | 9.8 | 0.0 | +9.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.9 | 14.5 | +53.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 184.4 | 29.0 | +155.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 801.0 | 36.2 | +764.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,603.6 | 2,991.9 | +2,611.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 669.7 | 434.7 | +235.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,521.3 | 2,318.2 | +1,203.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,412.6 | 239.1 | +1,173.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tacoma or Woodinville safer?
Woodinville is safer with a total crime rate of 3,072 per 100K vs 6,667 for Tacoma — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Tacoma has a violent crime rate of 1,063.0 per 100K while Woodinville has 79.7. Woodinville 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 Woodinville, WA
Woodinville, nestled in the Sammamish River Valley northeast of Seattle, is renowned for its wineries, many housed in former dairy farms. This suburban city, part of King County, boasts a mix of residential areas and light industry. With a safety score of 18/100 and a population coverage of 13,804, Woodinville has a total crime rate of 3,071.6 per 100,000 residents.