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Arlington vs Lubbock: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Arlington has a crime rate of 21.3 per 1,000 residents vs Lubbock's 26 per 1,000, making Arlington 18% safer overall. Arlington earns a B- safety grade compared to Lubbock's C+. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

B-

Arlington

Texas

Overall GradeB-
Violent CrimeC+
Property CrimeB-
Crime Rate21.3/1K
Percentile54%
C+

Lubbock

Texas

Overall GradeC+
Violent CrimeC+
Property CrimeC+
Crime Rate26/1K
Percentile42%

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricArlingtonLubbock
Overall Crime Rate21.3/1K26/1K
Violent Crime Rate361.3362.1
Property Crime Rate1772.22233.9
Murder Rate4.96.8
Assault Rate287.0316.8
Robbery Rate56.784.8
Burglary Rate253.3377.2
Theft Rate1616.11757.8
Vehicle Theft Rate396.0458.1

Crime rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Lower rates are better (safer).

Category Winner Summary

Out of 9 crime categories, Arlington is safer in 9 and Lubbock is safer in 0.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Arlington, you have a 1 in 47 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 38 in Lubbock.

Full Safety Reports

B-
Arlington, Texas Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
C+
Lubbock, Texas Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlington safer than Lubbock?
As of 2026, Arlington is 18% safer overall, with a crime rate of 21.3 per 1,000 residents compared to Lubbock's 26. Arlington earns a B- safety grade vs Lubbock's C+. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Arlington or Lubbock?
Lubbock has more violent crime at 362 per 100,000 residents. Arlington is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Arlington vs Lubbock?
Arlington has a crime rate of 21.3 per 1,000 (violent: 361/100K, property: 1772/100K). Lubbock has 26 per 1,000 (violent: 362/100K, property: 2234/100K).
Should I move to Arlington or Lubbock?
From a safety perspective, Arlington has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Arlington (pop. 402,134) and Lubbock (pop. 273,071) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Arlington's B- safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Arlington and Lubbock compare for property crime?
Arlington has lower property crime at 1772 per 100K vs Lubbock's 2234. The national average is 1,832 per 100K. Theft is the most common property crime in both cities.

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2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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