High Crime · Population: 380,000
New Orleans, Louisiana is one of the higher-crime cities in the US, with a safety score of 28/100. The violent crime rate of 1,249.2 per 100K is significantly above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 380,000, New Orleans reported 4,747 violent crimes and 16,940 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 70.1 per 100K |
| Rape | 70.8 per 100K |
| Robbery | 395.2 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 713 per 100K |
| Burglary | 731 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,216.5 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 510.4 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 4,746 |
| Property Crimes | 16,940 |
| Total Crimes | 21,686 |
With a safety score of 28/100, New Orleans has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 78% 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.