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Denver
#13 in Best Cities for Young Professionals in America
  • A minus
    Overall Grade
  • City in Colorado
  • 1,190 reviews
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    Denver Crime

    Crime & Safety
    C minus
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Poll
    How safe do you feel in this area?
    Based on 96 responses
    • Pretty safe. There are some safety concerns but I generally feel safe.
      64%
    • Very safe. There are no safety concerns.
      16%
    • Somewhat safe. There are noticeable safety concerns, and there are times I don't feel safe.
      15%
    • Not safe. There are high safety concerns, and I regularly don't feel safe.
      6%
    Poll
    How effective is law enforcement in this area?
    Based on 96 responses
    • The police are very visible and very responsive.
      33%
    • The police are visible, but somehow respond slowly when needed.
      28%
    • Not sure.
      17%
    • The police aren't around much, but are there quickly when you need them.
      16%
    • The police aren't around much, and when you need them, they aren't reliable.
      6%

    Denver Crime Rates

    Violent Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Assault
      765.4
      282.7
    • Murder
      12.8
      6.1
    • Rape
      107.2
      40.7
    • Robbery
      184.5
      135.5
    Property Crime Statistics
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    • Burglary
      733.2
      500.1
    • Theft
      3,539.7
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      2,155.4
      284
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