If you're planning on visiting Carson City, one thing that will help you sleep at night is knowing that it is a very safe city. Saying that there is hardly any violence or crime in innaccurate, but when compared to other locations like Reno or Las Vegas, it is definitely a safer alternative. A study of crimes committed in Carson City from 2003-2004 showed that there were only two murders, no rapes, and only twenty-eight robberies. Carson City only has a population that is a little over 50,000 people, so comparably, these are very good numbers. In addition, the Carson City Sheriff's Department has been using new technology and procedures to cut down on any violence or crime in the area. Also, there is a complex neighborhood watch program, which has drastically cut down on the number of calls to the police for help. It seems as though a characteristic of Carson City is neighbors helping neighbors--something that has been passed down since the frontier days.