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Tampa vs Orlando: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Tampa has a crime rate of 22.7 per 1,000 residents vs Orlando's 26 per 1,000, making Tampa 13% safer overall. Tampa earns a B- safety grade compared to Orlando's C+. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

B-

Tampa

Florida

Overall GradeB-
Violent CrimeC+
Property CrimeB-
Crime Rate22.7/1K
Percentile51%
C+

Orlando

Florida

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

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricTampaOrlando
Overall Crime Rate22.7/1K26/1K
Violent Crime Rate436.9366.0
Property Crime Rate1835.02230.7
Murder Rate8.35.4
Assault Rate301.7307.5
Robbery Rate111.767.8
Burglary Rate293.5356.8
Theft Rate1136.01794.7
Vehicle Theft Rate330.9555.7

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, Tampa is safer in 6 and Orlando is safer in 3.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Tampa, you have a 1 in 44 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 38 in Orlando.

Full Safety Reports

B-
Tampa, Florida Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
C+
Orlando, Florida Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Weather Comparison: Tampa vs Orlando

Tampa Climate Overview

Annual High82.4°F
Annual Low64.8°F
Annual Rain46.3"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months8
Best MonthNovember
Worst MonthAugust
Monthly Temperature
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ComfortableWarm

Orlando Climate Overview

Annual High83.2°F
Annual Low62.9°F
Annual Rain50.6"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months8
Best MonthNovember
Worst MonthAugust
Monthly Temperature
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ComfortableWarm

Monthly Temperature Comparison

TampaOrlandoHigh/Low °F range
40°60°80°100°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Both cities have similar summer temperatures, but Orlando is 3°F colder in winter than Tampa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tampa safer than Orlando?
As of 2026, Tampa is 13% safer overall, with a crime rate of 22.7 per 1,000 residents compared to Orlando's 26. Tampa earns a B- safety grade vs Orlando's C+. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Tampa or Orlando?
Tampa has more violent crime at 437 per 100,000 residents. Orlando is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Tampa vs Orlando?
Tampa has a crime rate of 22.7 per 1,000 (violent: 437/100K, property: 1835/100K). Orlando has 26 per 1,000 (violent: 366/100K, property: 2231/100K).
Should I move to Tampa or Orlando?
From a safety perspective, Tampa has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Tampa (pop. 413,554) and Orlando (pop. 333,888) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Tampa's B- safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Tampa and Orlando compare for property crime?
Tampa has lower property crime at 1835 per 100K vs Orlando's 2231. 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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