Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Baton Rouge is the safer city with a safety score of 52/100. Baton Rouge has a violent crime rate of 605.9/100K compared to 1,249.2/100K in New Orleans.
| Metric | Baton Rouge Louisiana | New Orleans Louisiana |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 52/100 | 28/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 605.9 | 1,249.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,169.1 | 4,457.9 |
| Total Crime Rate | 3,775 | 5,707.1 |
| Murder Rate | 23.8 | 70.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 130.8 | 395.2 |
| Assault Rate | 386.9 | 713 |
| Burglary Rate | 533.5 | 731 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,150.6 | 3,216.5 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 485 | 510.4 |
| Population | 225,374 | 380,000 |
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.