Below Average · Population: 324,107
Lake Charles, Louisiana is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 41/100. The violent crime rate of 687.3 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 324,107, Lake Charles reported 2,228 violent crimes and 12,819 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 28 per 100K |
| Rape | 78.5 per 100K |
| Robbery | 106.7 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 474.1 per 100K |
| Burglary | 1,144.5 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,923.1 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 887.6 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 2,227 |
| Property Crimes | 12,819 |
| Total Crimes | 15,046 |
With a safety score of 41/100, Lake Charles has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 85% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.