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Atlanta vs Charlotte: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Atlanta has a crime rate of 55 per 1,000 residents vs Charlotte's 37.5 per 1,000, making Charlotte 32% safer overall. Charlotte earns a D safety grade compared to Atlanta's F. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

F

Atlanta

Georgia

Overall GradeF
Violent CrimeD
Property CrimeF
Crime Rate55/1K
Percentile2%
D

Charlotte

North Carolina

Overall GradeD
Violent CrimeC
Property CrimeD
Crime Rate37.5/1K
Percentile17%

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricAtlantaCharlotte
Overall Crime Rate55/1K37.5/1K
Violent Crime Rate700.0550.0
Property Crime Rate4800.03200.0
Murder Rate12.29.2
Assault Rate484.4373.7
Robbery Rate129.5100.0
Burglary Rate812.4405.8
Theft Rate3481.22187.6
Vehicle Theft Rate1018.6503.4

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, Atlanta is safer in 0 and Charlotte is safer in 9.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Atlanta, you have a 1 in 18 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 27 in Charlotte.

Full Safety Reports

F
Atlanta, Georgia Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
D
Charlotte, North Carolina Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Weather Comparison: Atlanta vs Charlotte

Atlanta Climate Overview

Annual High72.1°F
Annual Low52.9°F
Annual Rain47.6"
Annual Snow0.9"
Comfortable Months6
Best MonthMay
Worst MonthJanuary
Monthly Temperature
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F
M
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M
J
J
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O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarm

Charlotte Climate Overview

Annual High71.6°F
Annual Low50.9°F
Annual Rain41.9"
Annual Snow3.7"
Comfortable Months6
Best MonthMay
Worst MonthJanuary
Monthly Temperature
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarm

Monthly Temperature Comparison

AtlantaCharlotteHigh/Low °F range
40°60°80°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Both cities have similar summer temperatures, but winter temperatures are comparable. Charlotte gets significantly more snow (4" vs 1"). Atlanta is wetter with 48" of annual rain compared to 42".

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Atlanta safer than Charlotte?
As of 2026, Charlotte is 32% safer overall, with a crime rate of 37.5 per 1,000 residents compared to Atlanta's 55. Charlotte earns a D safety grade vs Atlanta's F. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Atlanta or Charlotte?
Atlanta has more violent crime at 700 per 100,000 residents. Charlotte is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Atlanta vs Charlotte?
Atlanta has a crime rate of 55 per 1,000 (violent: 700/100K, property: 4800/100K). Charlotte has 37.5 per 1,000 (violent: 550/100K, property: 3200/100K).
Should I move to Atlanta or Charlotte?
From a safety perspective, Charlotte has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Atlanta (pop. 529,110) and Charlotte (pop. 964,784) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Charlotte's D safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Atlanta and Charlotte compare for property crime?
Charlotte has lower property crime at 3200 per 100K vs Atlanta's 4800. 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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