Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Cary is the safer city with a safety score of 73/100. Cary has a violent crime rate of 163.1/100K compared to 533.9/100K in Wilmington.
| Metric | Cary North Carolina | Wilmington North Carolina |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 73/100 | 57/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 163.1 | 533.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,944.8 | 2,896.2 |
| Total Crime Rate | 2,107.9 | 3,430.1 |
| Murder Rate | 4.1 | 9.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 24.8 | 178.7 |
| Assault Rate | 114.2 | 282.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 482.4 | 820.1 |
| Larceny Rate | 1,065.8 | 1,452 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 396.6 | 624.1 |
| Population | 264,218 | 62,571 |
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.