Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Modesto is the safer city with a safety score of 49/100. Bakersfield has a violent crime rate of 354.1/100K compared to 511.6/100K in Modesto.
| Metric | Bakersfield California | Modesto California |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 43/100 | 49/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 354.1 | 511.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,196.9 | 3,490.2 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,551.1 | 4,001.7 |
| Murder Rate | 17.6 | 8.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 116.8 | 128.6 |
| Assault Rate | 171.5 | 303 |
| Burglary Rate | 761.8 | 872.7 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,858.4 | 2,097.7 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 576.8 | 519.8 |
| Population | 400,000 | 203,119 |
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.