Little Rock, IA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Little Rock Safe?
Yes — Little Rock is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Little Rock has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 575.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 575
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
54% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 199
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
73% lower than national average
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Little Rock Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
46 | -54% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
41 | -59% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
17 | -83% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Little Rock Crime Map
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Little Rock Crime by Zip Code
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Little Rock Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Little Rock, IA?
Little Rock, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 575 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 199 chance for property crime. Little Rock has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Little Rock, IA safe to live in?
Little Rock is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Little Rock is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Little Rock?
The estimated violent crime rate in Little Rock is 174.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 54% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 575 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.4 per 100K (51% below average); aggravated assault at 124.2 per 100K (54% below average); robbery at 29.9 per 100K (59% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Little Rock?
The estimated property crime rate in Little Rock is 501.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 73% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 199 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 138.8 per 100K (49% below average); larceny/theft at 239.0 per 100K (83% below average); vehicle theft at 124.1 per 100K (61% below average).
How does Little Rock crime compare to the national average?
Little Rock's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (48% below average), while larceny/theft is 83% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Little Rock has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Little Rock safe to visit?
Little Rock is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 73% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Little Rock crime compare to the rest of Iowa?
Iowa as a whole has crime that is 14% above the national average. Little Rock's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Iowa city.
What type of crime is most common in Little Rock?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Little Rock, with an estimated rate of 239.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 83% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (502 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (174 per 100K) in Little Rock, which is consistent with national trends.