Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Decatur is the safer city with a safety score of 65/100. Birmingham has a violent crime rate of 830/100K compared to 309.8/100K in Decatur.
| Metric | Birmingham Alabama | Decatur Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 29/100 | 65/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 830 | 309.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,825.1 | 2,472.8 |
| Total Crime Rate | 5,655.1 | 2,782.7 |
| Murder Rate | 17.6 | 15 |
| Robbery Rate | 236.8 | 97.4 |
| Assault Rate | 473 | 180.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 1,369.5 | 669.5 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,910.2 | 1,407.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 545.4 | 396.1 |
| Population | 88,369 | 322,002 |
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.