Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Atlanta is the safer city with a safety score of 47/100. Athens has a violent crime rate of 497.5/100K compared to 504.8/100K in Atlanta.
| Metric | Athens Georgia | Atlanta Georgia |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 44/100 | 47/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 497.5 | 504.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,972.7 | 3,720.3 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,470.2 | 4,225.1 |
| Murder Rate | 27.9 | 29 |
| Robbery Rate | 121.3 | 97 |
| Assault Rate | 301.6 | 343.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 777.1 | 926.6 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,558.5 | 2,334 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 637.1 | 459.7 |
| Population | 191,277 | 500,000 |
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.